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By John Ogunsemore
The Federal Government said it has begun the implementation of key welfare components of its renegotiated agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this in a Monday statement signed by Director, Press and Public Relations of the ministry, Boriowo Folasade.
On January 14, the Federal Government signed the renegotiated agreement with ASUU following intense negotiations concluded in 2025.
Alausa disclosed the commencement of implementation of the 40 per cent increase in the Consolidated Academic Allowance (CAA) for ASUU members, effective 1 January 2026, in line with the agreement reached with the union.
He said this was part of the Bola Tinubu administration’s commitment to the welfare of academic staff and the stability of Nigeria’s university system under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
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According to him, some federal universities have already reflected the approved increment in salary payments.
The minister explained that to ensure uniform implementation, all federal universities were being formally directed to fully cascade the increment across their payroll structures.
The minister also issued a directive to Vice Chancellors on strict compliance with the implementation framework for the Consolidated Tools Allowance (CATA).
He noted that CATA has been duly captured and circularised by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) and incorporated into the 2026 budget.
Alausa urged university managements to utilise available resources to ensure prompt payment, stressing that timely implementation would enhance staff morale, strengthen teaching and research, and improve learning outcomes.
The Federal Government reiterated its commitment to honouring agreements, promoting industrial harmony, and improving quality education nationwide.
