The Federal Government has commenced the payment of the withheld salaries of academics under the aegis of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, PUNCH Online has learnt.

Multiple sources in the academic sector confirmed the development to our correspondent in Abuja on Monday.

The chairperson of ASUU at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Prof. Gbolahan Bolarin, who confirmed the development on the record, said, “Yes, it is true. Payment has started rolling in.”

President Bola Tinubu Tinubu had in October 2023 approved the release of four of the eight months’ ASUU withheld workers’ salaries.

The salaries were withheld when the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari invoked a ‘No Work, No Pay policy’ against some university-based unions that embarked on a strike that lasted eight months in 2022.


The Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, recently said the government has increased the university workers’ salaries by 35 per cent.

The minister also said the government has granted autonomy to the universities by removing them from the Integrated Payment and Payroll Information System.

He added that the universities no longer need a waiver to recruit and fill vacancies.

These resolutions were reached through informal consultations with the unions based in the tertiary institutions, Mamman said

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Commendable

ASUU won the war against fr Greedy systems in Nigeria

Ngige right now.

congratulations but ebimpawa ooo

A big win for our educational sector

See joy for lecturers, enjoyment.

Pleasant surprise for those who may have taken their mind off it.

RenaissanceGuy:
Pleasant surprise for those who may have taken their mind off it.

Yeah

This man kind o, if na me, dat money do go

Hmm.

Good deal for lecturers.

I am almost certain that there won't be strike in the next 8 years.. with the way universities are now inflating their fees without federal interference


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeLnro-Xw6E

You approved Payments of with held salaries in October but start disbursement after 4 months.
Tinubu why are you wicked

gaskiyamagana:

Shut up
Shatap.

Tell your mother to shut up

The Federal Government has taken a significant step by initiating the payment of withheld salaries to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). This development comes after a prolonged period of negotiations and disputes between the government and the union, which had led to the withholding of salaries as a measure to press their demands.

The payment of these salaries is a positive move towards resolving the longstanding issues between the government and ASUU, providing a glimmer of hope for improved relations. It signifies a willingness on the part of the government to address the concerns raised by the academic staff and work towards creating a more conducive environment for higher education in the country.

This action may also be seen as an acknowledgment by the government of the crucial role played by university educators in shaping the future of the nation through quality education. The resolution of salary disputes is essential not only for the financial well-being of the academic staff but also for the overall stability and functionality of the higher education sector.

However, it's important to note that the payment of withheld salaries is just one aspect of the broader issues at hand. There may still be ongoing negotiations and discussions between the government and ASUU regarding other concerns such as infrastructure development, funding, and overall improvement of the educational system.

In conclusion, while the commencement of salary payments is a positive step towards resolving the ASUU crisis, it remains to be seen how this will impact the overall relationship between the government and the academic union. Continued dialogue and collaboration are crucial for addressing the root causes of the issues and ensuring a sustainable and thriving higher education sector in Nigeria.

Help my family to feed o please. Things are really strong for us to even feed once in a day. Any kind of food will be accepted. I’m from Osun state please help us before we die please please please. Our manhood has fallen yakatta o!

Good one 😂

Time to target university lecturers.

Ok

Paraman:
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What about palliative? liers and team of scammers regime.

Hope it's not based on deceptive motives. I hope Tinubu's govt would not expect ASUU not to protest for other pressing national issues.

Senseless government.

They're paying only ASUU members and ignoring other unions in the same University - Divide and rule tactics.

By the time sabotaging starts now, they'll start blaming and pointing accusing fingers.

Waoh! That is great.

Nigeria must develop their educational system to attract foreign students all over Africa.

Nonsense

So na only ASUU waka come?

What of other unions in the university that went on strike too?

Nigeria and leadership problem

I hope they are paying back the withheld salaries with interest that would account for present inflation.

bravo ,let me check if the bullion van is filled up

Noted

9jatriot:
This man kind o, if na me, dat money do go

Which man kind. Abi ASUU won FG. How can buhari administration punish them for doing the right thing? Whereas, his brother who was the accountant general stole over 100bn, which was equivalent to what ASUU was asking for, to upgrade our education system.

Some people, out of sentiments were praising the government here on NL, for withholding the ASUU salary cos they embarked on strike, smh!

Very Good Development.

Nigeria will be great again in our lifetime.

God bless Our darling lecturers, we thank then for all they are doing.

God bless all sane, honest and hardworking Nigerians.

God bless Nigeria 🇳🇬

Seriously

4-month payment out of the 8months of industrial action.