Biometric system to curb univ staff skipping work

Higher edu dept circular asks varsities to implement e-0ffice systems

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TO check unauthorised absence of faculty members and administrative staff, the higher education department has directed the universities to instal biometric attendance marking systems on campuses.

In a circular issued to registrars of all universities, the department said many teaching and non-teaching staff of the universities are coming to office late and leaving early without permission of the authorities concerned, with some also remaining on unauthorised absence from duty. "Such activities will bring an unpleasant impression on the institution and may lead to bitter relationships between students and staf ," it said.