The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has rejected a salary increase proposed by the Federal Government, describing it as inadequate and below what is obtainable for other workers in the university system.
In a circular dated April 11, 2026, and addressed to branch secretaries across universities and inter-university centres, the union said the ongoing renegotiation of the 2009 agreement with the government is progressing, but at a pace far slower than expected.
NASU recalled that the Federal Government’s renegotiation committee, chaired by Alhaji Mahmud Yayale Ahmed, was inaugurated on October 15, 2024, with a three-month mandate to conclude discussions with unions in the university sector. However, more than a year and six months after, the process remains unresolved.
According to the union, meetings with the government team have continued, with four sessions held so far—December 10, 2024; October 21, 2025; January 27, 2026; and March 31, 2026.
Despite these engagements, NASU said the outcome has not met expectations. At the last meeting, the government reportedly presented a salary increase proposal that fell short of what has been approved for other categories of staff in the sector. The union said it rejected the offer outright.
NASU noted that while discussions are still ongoing, members should remain informed and vigilant as negotiations continue. The union leadership maintained that it would not accept any agreement that does not reflect fairness and equity for its members.
The development signals possible tension ahead if both parties fail to reach a compromise in the coming weeks.
