The Federal Government has reportedly proposed a 40 per cent salary increase for lecturers under the Academic Staff Union of Universities, according to sources familiar with the development in Abuja. The proposal is said to be part of ongoing efforts to address long-standing disputes over remuneration, welfare and funding within the nation’s tertiary education sector.

Insiders reveal that the offer emerged during renewed consultations aimed at preventing further industrial action and stabilising academic activities across public universities. The proposal, if approved, would represent one of the most significant adjustments to lecturers’ pay in recent years, signalling the government’s intent to improve working conditions and tackle the brain drain affecting Nigerian institutions.

As discussions continue behind closed doors, stakeholders are eager to know whether this move will be enough to break the deadlock and usher in lasting peace within the university system. Will this proposed increase finally resolve the long-running tensions between the government and ASUU? Visit jocomms.com for more news