The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has rejected the Federal Government’s proposed 30 percent increase in the Consolidated Academic Allowance for its members, describing the offer as inadequate.
Speaking at a meeting held at Lagos State University, NASU General Secretary, Peters Adeyemi, said the union would only accept a 40 percent increment—similar to what was approved for academic staff.
Adeyemi warned that failure by the government to meet this demand before May 1 could result in a nationwide strike.
According to him, non-academic staff play a critical role in the functioning of universities and should not be treated as secondary to academic staff.
“We respect our academic colleagues, but they cannot operate without us. Our role is indispensable in the system,” he said.
Also speaking, NASU Deputy President, Buhari Suleiman, urged the government to urgently address broader issues affecting the education sector, including poor funding, infrastructure deficits, and unfulfilled agreements with unions.
He further highlighted insecurity and economic hardship as pressing national concerns requiring immediate attention.
The union maintained that it would take decisive action if its demands are not met, warning that industrial action could disrupt activities across universities nationwide.
