ASUU and FG Reach Agreement on 2009 Renegotiation, Salary Increases Ensue
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the Federal Government have successfully concluded the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement after years of talks. The new agreement, effective from January 1, 2026, includes a 40% salary increase, improved pension benefits, enhanced retirement benefits for professors, and the introduction of a new fund model for universities.
Additionally, the agreement aims to strengthen university autonomy, academic freedom, and research activities. This development follows extensive negotiations and delays, signaling positive changes for academic staff in Nigerian public universities.
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