NAAT Threatens Strike Over Failed Negotiations with FG

The Nigerian Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has issued a warning of a potential strike following unsuccessful negotiations with the federal government regarding the 2009 agreement, which was originally set for renegotiation in 2012. The union's president, Ibeji Nwokoma, disclosed this during a statement on Tuesday, April 16, 2026, after the 62nd National Executive Council meeting.

NAAT expressed dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the agreement, citing inadequate funding and neglect of the education sector. The union highlighted that the National Universities Commission (NUC) rejected their latest proposal on March 31, 2026, which failed to address economic realities such as rising costs of living.

Furthermore, NAAT criticized unilateral actions by the government, including a 30% salary increase for non-teaching staff, which they argue undermines the collective bargaining process. The union has called for intervention from religious leaders, civil society organizations, and the Nigeria Labour Congress to urge the government to reconvene negotiations in good faith to avoid academic disruptions.