Federal Government Disburses Allowance to Tertiary Staff

The Federal Government has announced the release of the Consolidated Non-Academic Staff Tertiary Institutions Allowance (CONTA) for the period of January to August 2026, benefiting non-academic staff at all federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria. This announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, in a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade.

The payment follows the initiation of the Consolidated Academic Tertiary Institutions Allowance (CATA) for academic staff, reflecting the administration's commitment to enhancing workers' welfare and maintaining industrial harmony within the tertiary education sector. Alausa emphasized that the welfare and motivation of both academic and non-academic personnel are crucial for the stability and effective functioning of these institutions.

The payments aim to address welfare concerns, promote industrial harmony, and minimize disruptions to academic activities, reinforcing the government's dedication to developing Nigeria's human capital.