Nigeria’s Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have finally reached a renegotiated agreement, 16 years after the last deal was signed in 2009.
The new pact, unveiled at the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) headquarters in Abuja, aims to revitalize the country’s university system and address the incessant strikes that have plagued the sector.
The agreement focuses on key areas, including conditions of service, funding, university autonomy, and academic freedom.
It also introduces a 40% salary increase for academic staff, effective January 1, 2026, and improved pension benefits, with professors to earn pensions equivalent to their annual salaries at retirement (age 70).
ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, commended the commitment of Alhaji Yayale Ahmed and the renegotiation team, saying:”Sir, you will go heaven!”
He also thanked Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, and Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, for their support.
Persecondnews reports that the agreement is expected to enhance industrial peace, improve teaching and learning conditions, and promote sustainable development in Nigerian universities.
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