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Congress Of Nigerian University Academics Pushes For More Pay Raises
Congress Of Nigerian University Academics Pushes For More Pay Raises....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Congress of Nigerian University Academics commended the Federal Government on Tuesday for granting a 35% and 23.5% wage increase to personnel in the country’s tertiary institutions.
However, the group called for another salary increase to better align with the financial challenges faced by staff after the removal of fuel subsidies. They emphasized their commitment to collaborating with the government on further salary adjustments, even though the initial increase was implemented before the subsidy removal.
Dr. Niyi Sunmonu, the national president of CONUA, issued a statement on Tuesday, recalling a conversation between CONUA representatives and former Minister of Labour Dr. Chris Ngige on May 3, 2023, following a court session.
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The statement noted, “During the meeting, CONUA delegates expressed concerns about stagnant salaries. In response, the former Minister stated that the government’s commitment was limited to the offer announced by the former Minister of Education, Malam Adamu Adamu, in September 2022 at the State House.”
“CONUA delegates then urged the former Minister of Labour and Employment to consider raising the non-professorial cadre’s salary increment to 25%. Following extensive discussions on this matter and others, the Minister pledged to raise it with relevant government bodies, with potential payment commencing in May 2023.”
“While we appreciate the government’s recognition of academics through this award, we note that it was granted prior to the subsidy removal. We will continue engaging with the government to advocate for post-subsidy removal salary increases for academic staff, aligning with current economic realities.”
“We remain committed to working with the government to secure improved salaries for lecturers in Nigerian universities, enhancing their morale and curbing the issue of brain drain from these institutions.”
Earlier, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved a 35% and 23% salary increment for employees at all federal tertiary institutions. In a letter dated September 14 and addressed to the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, the Chief Executive Officer of the Salaries, Income and Wages Commission, Ekpo U. Nta, confirmed that the federal government had issued a circular regarding the implementation of the adjusted salaries.
The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, recently shared on TVC that Catholic Cardinal John Onaiyekan initially chose not to acknowledge Bola Tinubu as president after the 2023 election until the Supreme Court delivered its final verdict.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During the interview, Bishop Adegbite explained how he and others countered that Nigeria already had a sitting president unless the court ruled otherwise. Expanding on political engagement, Adegbite advised politicians and supporters to focus on promoting their preferred candidates’ achievements rather than disparaging opponents, noting that the administration’s performance—such as major infrastructure initiatives like the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and the Sagamu-Benin Expressway—will ultimately shape public opinion for future elections.
Additionally, the bishop criticized the rising wave of politically motivated prophecies from religious figures, stating that many of these predictions fail and are merely designed to generate public attention and boost social media engagement.
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THE UNTOLD STORY: Diplomatic Insiders Reveal Why Ayra Starr’s Visa Request Crashed And Burned!.
The South African Consul-General to Nigeria, Bobby Moroe, explained that Nigerian artist Ayra Starr was previously refused a visa because she provided an incorrect yellow fever document.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking with Punch, Moroe clarified that this incident happened back in February 2024 rather than recently, emphasizing that the decision strictly followed immigration policies rather than targeting her celebrity status.
Key details from his statement include:
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The Root Cause: The initial setback occurred because the team submitted a yellow fever certificate from a foreign country instead of one originating from Nigeria.
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Quick Resolution: After the diplomatic mission met with Starr’s team to review the proper protocols, the issue was smoothly resolved, and she was issued a one-year visa to perform in South Africa in 2024.
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Equal Enforcement: Moroe stressed that immigration regulations apply universally to all travelers regardless of fame, appearance, or background.
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Debunking False Claims: He dismissed rumors that South Africa has stopped granting visas to Nigerians, highlighting that monthly applications have actually grown from a previous range of 40 to 60 up to between 60 and 80.
Certain senior military officials have stated that the thwarted coup attempt in September 2025 likely played a role in President Bola Tinubu’s choice to grow the Nigerian Army by adding four new divisions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This planned growth will expand the Army’s operational field divisions from eight to 12 while also paving the way to recruit 28,000 extra personnel.
Speaking to Punch, a high-ranking military intelligence source revealed that post-coup security evaluations heavily shaped current updates to the nation’s security framework. Security planners reportedly determined that stopping future takeover threats demanded an upgrade to the military’s operational strength.
“Given the scale of destruction security agencies believed the failed coup plot could have caused had it succeeded, it is understandable that the government would seek to eliminate every vulnerability capable of supporting another unconstitutional takeover,” the source explained.
Additionally, a Nigerian Air Force officer noted that military leaders were shaken by the failed plot and have since worked on strategies to block any future efforts to overthrow an elected government, which may include expanding military divisions. Internal reviews of public response to the coup reports also shaped government calculations, as officials felt citizens did not show a strong, widespread readiness to openly fight an unconstitutional government change.
While modern advancements in surveillance, intelligence, and command systems already make staging a coup vastly more difficult—requiring hard-to-conceal elements like advanced weapons, secure communications, logistics, and undetected collaborators—authorities view structural reforms as a vital preventive shield.
“From the government’s perspective, the safest option is to ensure that any future attempt becomes practically impossible to organise,” the Air Force officer said.
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