EMPLOYEES WELFARE AND PRODUCTIVITY: A STUDY OF ADELEKE UNIVERSITY, EDE, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA

This study assessed the relationship between employee welfare and productivity at Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria, employing an integrated theoretical framework combining Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data was collected from 271 academic, non-academic, and administrative staff. The analysis found that Adeleke University implements a spectrum of welfare programs, including health benefits, paid leave, pension schemes, professional development, and allowances. However, the study identified major disparities in access, with academic staff often benefiting more consistently from training and healthcare than non-academic and support staff. The main findings conclusively established a significant positive relationship between employee welfare and productivity (accepting the research hypothesis, H1). Furthermore, the study confirmed that welfare programs significantly influence job satisfaction and organizational commitment. The research strongly recommends that the university invest strategically in tailored welfare policies to improve equity, retention, and overall organizational performance.