The Board of Trustees of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has approved an increase in staff salaries, which have remained unchanged since 2011.
TETFund Executive Secretary, Arc. Sonny Echono, made the announcement during a staff recognition ceremony in Abuja, highlighting the board’s decision to also clear salary arrears for the year.
“And they (the Board) also endorsed that we should actually pay your arrears this year,” Echono said, bringing relief to staff who have waited for this adjustment for over a decade.
The event celebrated the exceptional performance of 19 staff members, with awards also given to 27 employees for their long-term service to TETFund. “Staff appreciation, including long service awards, are essential elements of workforce motivation,” Echono stated, expressing gratitude for their dedication and contributions that have expanded TETFund’s impact nationwide.
He urged awardees to use their recognition as “an additional tonic to put in more effort” and encouraged others not to be discouraged. “Maybe next year, or the following year, it will be your turn,” he said, emphasising that the reward system is a continuous cycle.
Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Rt. Hon. Aminu Masari, also spoke, praising both the staff and the Executive Secretary for their efforts. “When I came here, I heard many negative stories, but what I found was a team committed to excellence,” he noted.
The ceremony’s highlight was the “Staff of the Year” award, which was presented to Ms. Sanusi Gumbi, who received the gold award. Additionally, 27 employees were honoured for their long service, with categories ranging from Bronze to Gold.
