TUE FEB 10 2026-theGBJournal| The Federal Government said Monday it has commenced the implementation of key welfare component of its renegotiated agreement with Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa who announced the development said revealed that the Federal Government has fulfilled its obligation to implement the 40% increase in the Consolidated Academic Allowance (CAA) for ASUU members, with effect from 1st January 2026, in line with the agreement reached with the union.
He said some Federal Universities have already begun reflecting the approved increase in their salary payments.
”To ensure uniform implementation nationwide, all federal universities are being formally notified to fully cascade the approved increment across their institutions and integrate it into their payroll structures so that all eligible academic staff benefit accordingly,” the Minister said.
In a directive issued to Vice Chancellors of federal universities, Dr Alausa emphasized the need for strict compliance with the implementation framework for the Consolidated Tools Allowance (CATA).
He urged Vice Chancellors to make judicious use of available resources to ensure the successful rollout of the allowance.
He further noted that that the payment has already been captured and circularized by the National Salaries, Income and ages Commission (NSIWC), and that its inclusion in the 2026 budget is a formal statutory process.
Dr Aluasa also urged universities managements to take proactive steps in utilizing their resources to effect prompt payment of approved CATA in accordance with NSIWC guidelines.
He emphasized that timely implementation of both the CAA increase and CATA will strengthen the academic environment, enhance staff morale, and support improved outcome in teaching, research, and learning across Nigerian universities.
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