NASU Issues 14-Day Ultimatum to Yobe State Government Over Staff Welfare

The Yobe State Council of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has formally notified the administration of Governor Mai Mala Buni of a looming industrial action. According to a report by the Daily Post Nigeria, the union has issued a 14-day ultimatum, which began on October 28, 2026, to compel the government to address long-standing grievances regarding the welfare of non-teaching staff in state-owned tertiary institutions.

Core Demands of the Union

The union’s ultimatum, set to expire on November 11, 2026, centers on several key administrative and financial requests. NASU is calling for the following actions from the state government:

• Retirement Age Adjustment: The implementation of a 65-year retirement age for non-academic staff, aligning them with standards often sought in the tertiary education sector.
• Salary Structure Implementation: The immediate adoption of the reviewed 2024 Consolidated Tertiary Institutions Salary Structure (CONTEDISS).
• Allowance Approvals: The formal approval of the Consolidated Non-Teaching Tools Allowance (CONTTA) and the payment of applicable Earned Allowances.

Concerns Over Parity

A primary point of contention for the union is the perceived disparity between academic and non-academic staff. NASU leadership stated that allowances previously granted to lecturers have not been extended to non-teaching personnel, leading to what the union describes as unequal treatment. The union emphasized that non-academic workers are essential to the administration and daily functioning of tertiary institutions, arguing that their welfare requires equal recognition and attention from the state government.

Potential Impact and Next Steps

NASU has cautioned that the ongoing delay in addressing these demands is negatively impacting the morale of its members. The union warned that failing to resolve these issues could lead to the disruption of activities within the affected institutions. In its statement, the union urged Governor Buni and relevant stakeholders to intervene before the November 11 deadline to prevent industrial unrest.

As of this writing, there has been no official response from the Yobe State government regarding the ultimatum. NASU leadership has indicated that they intend to reconvene on November 12, 2026, to evaluate the government’s response and determine the next course of action, which could include a full-scale strike if their demands remain unmet.

Conclusion

The situation in Yobe state highlights the ongoing tensions regarding staff welfare in Nigeria’s tertiary education sector. With the 14-day window closing, the potential for a work stoppage remains a significant concern for students and administrators alike. The outcome of the upcoming negotiations will be critical in determining whether the state can avoid a disruption to its educational operations.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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