The Nigerian Federal Government has reportedly offered a 40% salary increase. This offer is for members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Sources in Abuja confirmed these ongoing discussions.
ASUU is preparing to resume negotiations. Yayale Ahmed leads the government’s team. The union’s National Executive Council (NEC) met in Abuja on Sunday. They reached a consensus to return to the negotiation table.
Branch leaders attended the meeting. They will update university members on these latest developments.
A NEC member confirmed continued discussions. This individual spoke anonymously, citing negotiation rules. Both sides aim to resolve long-standing issues affecting the university system.
A source stated, “A 40% salary increment was proposed. Branch leaders will inform their members. Negotiations with the government will resume next week.”
Tension remains high across public universities. ASUU’s one-month ultimatum expired last Saturday.
The Federal Government sought to avert a nationwide strike. It invited ASUU leadership to a Monday meeting in Abuja. Talks continued into Tuesday. Both parties keep the outcomes confidential. Strict negotiation rules are in place.
ASUU previously threatened a full-scale strike. They accused the government of lacking commitment to addressing long-standing issues. Key dispute points include the review of the 2009 ASUU–Federal Government agreement. Also crucial are the payment of owed salaries, earned academic allowances, and the release of university revitalisation funds.
Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa is currently abroad. He asserts the government has fulfilled the union’s demands. Two weeks prior, he spoke to State House correspondents. He reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s directive: public universities must stay open. Dialogue aims to ensure students are not forced out of school.
The minister stated, “The President has mandated us; he doesn’t want ASUU to go on strike. We are doing everything humanly possible to ensure our students stay in school. The last six-day strike was not really needed. We’ve met literally all their requirements. We are back at the negotiation table. This will be resolved.”
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