Federal Government Disburses Allowance for Tertiary Workers

The Federal Government has announced the release of the Consolidated Non-Academic Staff Tertiary Institutions Allowance to non-academic staff across all federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, covering the period from January to August 2026. This announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, via the ministry’s X handle.

Alausa emphasized that this payment is part of the government's commitment under the President Bola Tinubu-led administration to enhance workers' welfare and ensure stable educational delivery as part of the Renewed Hope Agenda. He acknowledged the vital role of non-academic staff in the effective functioning of tertiary institutions and stated that the release aims to address welfare concerns and minimize disruptions to academic activities.

The payment follows the earlier commencement of the Consolidated Academic Tertiary Institutions Allowance for academic staff. Alausa assured that the government would continue discussions with unions and institutional leaders to resolve outstanding issues affecting the sector.