FG releases N50bn earned allowances to ASUU, other federal varsity unions

The Federal Government has released N50 billion to the academic and non-academic staff unions of federal universities to settle their earned allowances as promised by President Bola Tinubu.

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced this in Abuja on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

Alausa described the release as another testament to Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to fundamentally transform Nigeria’s education sector.

According to him, the gesture was a reflection of the current administration’s bold resolve to transit the nation from a resource-based to a knowledge-based economy through strategic investments in education, infrastructure, and human capital.

The minister said: “This intervention is not just a financial transaction – it is a reaffirmation of our president’s belief in the capacity of Nigerian youth and the invaluable role that academic and non-academic staff play in nurturing them.

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“By prioritisung their welfare, we are laying the foundation for a future where every Nigerian child receives highly qualitative and globally competitive education.”

Alausa expressed Tinubu’s appreciation to both academic and non-academic unions for their trust in his administration and for fostering an atmosphere of peace and cooperation across Nigeria’s federal institutions.

He added: “Notably, the country is currently experiencing one of the longest uninterrupted academic sessions in recent history – a feat attributed to the mutual understanding and shared commitment between the government and the university community.

“The youth are the heartbeat of our country. Their future is extremely important to me and my administration. Keeping our children in school is not negotiable. It is my commitment that strikes in our institutions will soon become a thing of the past.”

The Star