The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the Federal Government of Nigeria over the implementation of the new salary structure for university lecturers, warning that failure to comply could lead to industrial action across federal universities in Nigeria.
In a statement released by the union’s leadership, ASUU expressed dissatisfaction with the delay in approving and releasing the revised salary scales for academic staff, despite earlier agreements with the federal government. The union emphasized that lecturers deserve timely implementation of agreed salary adjustments, noting that prolonged delays negatively impact morale, academic performance, and overall quality of education.
The four-day ultimatum, which begins immediately, demands that the Federal Government either commence payment of the new salaries or provide a concrete plan for full implementation. ASUU warned that non-compliance would leave the union with no option but to suspend academic activities, including lectures, examinations, and research programmes, in all affected institutions.
ASUU President, in the statement, reaffirmed the union’s commitment to protecting the welfare of its members while also calling for constructive dialogue to resolve outstanding issues. “Our members have waited patiently, but we cannot continue to compromise on agreed terms. We urge the government to act swiftly to avoid disruption in our universities,” the statement read.
Education stakeholders, students, and parents have reacted with concern to the ultimatum, citing the potential impact on academic calendars, student graduation timelines, and ongoing research projects. Analysts say that if unresolved, the standoff could further affect Nigeria’s higher education sector, which has already been challenged by previous strikes and funding issues.
ASUU’s ultimatum comes amid ongoing discussions between the union and the Federal Government on lecturer salaries, funding for research, and conditions of service, reflecting a broader tension in the country’s higher education sector. Observers note that the resolution of this matter will be critical to ensuring stability and continuous academic activities in Nigerian universities.
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