THE ESSENTIAL ROLE OF WORK REMUNERATION IN LECTURERS’ PRODUCTIVITY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA

Abstract

This survey examined the essential role of work remuneration in enhancing lecturers’ productivity for sustainable development in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Herzberg's two-factor theory, as proposed by Herzberg (1959), served as the theoretical framework for this survey. Two objectives were raised to guide this survey. The findings showed that work remuneration, including various compensation packages, rewards, fringe benefits, pay, and allowances, plays a significant role in lecturers’ productivity in aspects of instruction, research supervision, publication and community service in various tertiary institutions across the nation. It further revealed that when lecturers are productive, they are able to effectively instill the skills, knowledge, attitudes and various competencies needed by society, enabling the products of education to contribute meaningfully to economic and sustainable development goals. It was therefore recommended among others that The various tertiary institutions should ensure that salaries, allowances, and other benefits are paid promptly and equitably to maintain staff morale and commitment which invariably boost their productivity and sustainable development; and should also create a remuneration system that is fair, just, and transparent, recognising lecturers' contributions and aligning with their value so as to boost their productivity.