Osamaye Lauds Removal Of Varsities, Others From Integrated Payroll

A former aide to Gbajabiamila, Dr Seun Bosede Osamaye, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his decision to remove federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education from the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS).

Osamaye, who is the coordinator, Progressive Change Agents Initiative, said the move showcases the president‘s commitment to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the nation‘s educational institutions.

“By removing these institutions from IPPIS, it is clear that the government recognizes the unique nature and complexities of the educational sector,” he noted.

Osamaye in a statement said the step will allow universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education to have greater autonomy in managing their payroll and personnel information.

She said the move will also foster a more streamlined and efficient system, ultimately benefiting both the educational institutions and their personnel.

The statement stated that the decision aligns with the government‘s vision to enhance the quality of education in Nigeria, adding that it provides an opportunity for institutions to better allocate resources and develop customized payment systems that meet their specific needs.

„This flexibility will undoubtedly contribute to the overall improvement of our educational sector.’’

She said the decision „ is a testament to your understanding of the intricacies involved in managing a sector as vital as education. By doing so, you have shown a willingness to adapt and provide a customized system that better suits the needs of our universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. This move will undoubtedly alleviate the administrative burdens faced by these institutions, allowing them to focus on their core mandate of imparting knowledge and contributing to national development. Additionally, it will ensure that the peculiarities of academic staff remuneration, such as research grants and earned allowances, are adequately captured and efficiently disbursed.“

She said, „As a member of the academic community and a staunch advocate for quality education, I am filled with hope and optimism for the future. I believe that this decision will pave the way for greater innovation, research, and overall academic excellence.“