FG Warns ASUU Against Strike, Vows To Enforce No Work No Pay Policy

The Federal Government has warned the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) against proceeding with its planned strike, insisting it will implement the “no work, no pay” policy if academic activities are affected.

In a joint statement released on Sunday, the Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmed, said the government remains committed to addressing the union’s grievances through continued dialogue.

“The Federal Government has shown sincerity, patience, and goodwill in its engagement with the Union,” the statement read.

According to the ministers, most of ASUU’s key demands, including increased teaching allowances and improved welfare conditions, have already been met. They added that other pending issues are now under the purview of the newly reconstituted university governing councils.

“Despite these efforts, ASUU’s decision to go on strike does not demonstrate fairness to students or the public,” the statement continued.

Reiterating the Tinubu administration’s commitment to sustaining stability in the education sector under the Renewed Hope Agenda, the ministers noted that the “no work, no pay” policy remains an active labour law that will be enforced if classes are halted.

They urged ASUU to reconsider its position and return to discussions, emphasizing that “the government remains open to dialogue at all levels to prevent further disruption in the nation’s universities.”