The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to reconsider its planned strike, urging dialogue as the most effective way to resolve issues in the education sector.
In a joint statement, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, and the Honourable Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmad, confirmed that the government has made a comprehensive offer to ASUU addressing key concerns like working conditions, governance, and staff welfare. The ministers are awaiting ASUU’s official response.
They also reminded ASUU that the “No Work, No Pay” rule will be enforced if the strike goes ahead. “While we remain committed to dialogue, the law will be upheld to ensure accountability and protect the integrity of the education system,” the statement warned.
The government reiterated its commitment to improving lecturers’ welfare and stabilising the university system but stressed that certain demands fall under the jurisdiction of individual university councils. The ministers urged ASUU to allow these matters to be resolved at the institutional level.
“We must prioritise the future of our students and the stability of our universities,” they concluded, reaffirming the government’s willingness to continue engaging with ASUU.
