The relationship between the federal government and ASUU shapes the academic calendar of every public university. The 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement was meant to end years of disputes. Here is what it contains and why tensions remain.
Background
Negotiations to renegotiate the 2009 agreement resumed in 2025. A renegotiated agreement was concluded at the end of 2025, with reports dating the signing to January 2026.
Key terms
- A 40% increase in remuneration for university academic staff, effective 1 January 2026.
- A new professorial allowance.
- Adjustments to existing academic allowances.
Implementation of the 40% increase in the Consolidated Academic Allowance began on 10 February 2026.
What ASUU says is still outstanding
- Payment of salaries withheld during an earlier strike. ASUU says 4 of 7.5 months have been paid.
- Unremitted pension, cooperative and check-off deductions.
- Promotion arrears.
- Failure of several state governments to implement the agreement in state universities.
The federal government released funds for eight months of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA) on 9 September 2026, which ASUU said was separate from the withheld salaries.
Why it matters to students
When agreements are not implemented, branches go on strike, disrupting the calendar. Most current disputes involve state universities, so students at state-owned schools should watch developments closely. Read our latest ASUU strike update.
