The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to begin implementing the newly approved salary structure for lecturers nationwide.
ASUU President, Christopher Piwuna, made this known on Thursday during a public lecture at Sa’adu Zungur University, Bauchi, stressing that the countdown takes effect immediately.
“We have given the Federal Government four days from today to commence payment under the new salary structure. Failure to do so will attract a strong response from the union,” he said.
Piwuna explained that the demand is part of efforts to improve lecturers’ welfare and address long-standing concerns over poor remuneration, which he said has contributed to brain drain and declining standards in the education sector.
He also noted that while several agreements have been reached with the government in the past, implementation has remained inconsistent—often leading to disputes and industrial actions.
Observers warn that the ultimatum could heighten tensions and potentially trigger another nationwide strike if the government fails to meet the deadline, a move that could once again disrupt academic activities across public universities.