The Federal Government has commenced the implementation of key welfare components of its renegotiated agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), reaffirming President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to the well-being of academic staff and the stability of Nigeria’s university system; another Renewed Hope initiative in action.
Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, announced that the government has fulfilled its obligation to implement a 40 per cent increase in the Consolidated Academic Allowance (CAA) for ASUU members, effective January 1, 2026. Some federal universities have already begun reflecting the approved increase in their salary payments.
To ensure uniform implementation nationwide, all federal universities have been formally directed to cascade the increment across their institutions and integrate it into payroll structures so that all eligible academic staff benefit.
In his directive to Vice-Chancellors, Dr. Alausa emphasized strict compliance with the framework for the Consolidated Tools Allowance (CATA). He noted that the payment has already been captured and circularised by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) and included in the 2026 budget. He urged university managements to make judicious use of available resources to ensure prompt rollout of the allowance in line with NSIWC guidelines.
The Minister stressed that timely implementation of both the CAA increase and CATA will strengthen the academic environment, boost staff morale, and support improved outcomes in teaching, research, and learning.
Reiterating the Federal Government’s resolve, Alausa said the administration remains committed to honouring agreements with education stakeholders, promoting transparency, industrial harmony, and continuously improving the quality of education in Nigeria.
By Ngozi Nwankwo, Abuja
