Earned allowances: Nigerian govt releases N50bn to ASUU, others

The Federal Government has released N50 billion to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and other unions for the settlement of earned allowances in the institutions.

The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Director of Press in the ministry, Folasade Boriowo.

The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) had last week accused the federal government of playing double standard on the payment of the earned allowances.

The union decried the discriminatory action of the federal government on the allowances and warned it posed a threat to industrial harmony in the institutions.

The minister said: “It reflects the administration’s bold resolve to transition the nation from a resource-based to a knowledge-based economy through strategic investments in education, infrastructure and human capital.

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“This intervention is not just a financial transaction, it is a reaffirmation of our president’s belief in the capacity of Nigerian youths and the invaluable role that academic and non-academic staff play in nurturing them.

“By prioritising their welfare, we are laying the foundation for a future where every Nigerian child receives highly qualitative and globally competitive education.”

He thanked ASUU and other unions for their trust in the government and for fostering an atmosphere of peace and cooperation across the country’s federal institutions.

“Notably, the country is currently experiencing one of the longest uninterrupted academic sessions in recent history.

“This is a feat attributed to the mutual understanding and shared commitment between the government and the university community,” Alausa added.

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