Abuja, Nov. 13, 2024 -The Federal Government has promised to fulfill all agreements reached with the university and trade unions.
Dr Olatunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, made the promise in Abua on Wednesday at the 3rd Quadrennial National Delegates Conference of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU)
He appealed to the unions to be patient as government was determined to fulfil all agreements it entered into with the unions.
The minister acknowledged the historic frustrations of unions due to unfulfilled agreements by previous governments and said the current administration was committed to meeting its obligations to the unions.
He called for mutual respect and understanding between the government and labour unions, assuring that the payment of outstanding allowances for university workers would be completed.
“The Federal Ministry of Education remains committed to promoting industrial peace across our universities.
“We recognise that staff welfare, when properly negotiated and implemented, translates into a more productive and stable academic environment.
“This is why we are actively engaged in dialogue with university staff associations, seeking to address grievances and implement agreements effectively. We understand that the future of our education system hinges on collaboration, mutual respect, and accountability.
“The government is here to negotiate in good faith. President Tinubu is a Democrat who will work to fulfil the obligations he has entered into.
“We can’t build a sustainable future if we’re spending on unsustainable debt,” the minister said. (GBN)
