The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) are set to formalise a new signed agreement aimed at strengthening industrial harmony, improving teaching and learning conditions, and advancing sustainable development within the Nigerian university system.
The official unveiling ceremony for the signed agreement is scheduled to hold in the morning on Wednesday, January 14, at the Conference Hall, Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Abuja.
The ceremony will be presided over by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, alongside the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad.
The Director of Press and Public Relations in the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, said in a press release that the event represents a significant milestone in the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to foster a stable, productive, and globally competitive higher education sector.
It said: “The agreement underscores the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to constructive engagement with critical stakeholders and the resolution of industrial issues through sustained dialogue, mutual understanding, and cooperation.
“It is expected to further enhance industrial peace across Nigerian universities, create a more conducive academic environment, and reinforce confidence among students, staff, and the wider public.
“This development aligns squarely with Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which recognises education as a strategic driver of national development, human capital growth, and socio-economic transformation.”
According to Boriowo, the ceremony will bring together senior government officials, representatives of ASUU, heads of tertiary institutions, development partners, and members of the media, reflecting a broad-based commitment to the advancement of Nigeria’s education sector.
“The Federal Government reiterates its dedication to sustaining reforms that will strengthen the university system and ensure the delivery of quality, accessible, and globally relevant education for all Nigerians,” she said.
