SSANU HITS FG OVER RAMADAN SALARY DELAYS, SIGNALS POTENTIAL SHUTDOWN
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By: Fasasi Hammad
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has sharply criticized the Federal Government for plunging university workers into severe financial hardship due to delays in February 2026 salary payments.
Thousands of non-teaching staff in federal universities are reportedly struggling to meet basic needs, with many families facing unpaid bills while observing the sacred Ramadan or Lenten fasts.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, SSANU President, Comrade Mohammed Ibrahim, described the delay as “not just an administrative glitch—it’s a deliberate erosion of morale, productivity, and trust in the system.”
The union attributed the disruption to the government’s indecision between the GIFMIS and REMITA payment platforms, calling it a “glaring inconsistency in policy direction.” SSANU demanded an immediate switch to the “seamless and reliable” REMITA system for all university salaries and urged the Accountant General of the Federation’s GIFMIS office to act without delay.
SSANU also criticized the slow pace of ongoing renegotiations with the Federal Government, led by Malam Yayale Ahmed, while acknowledging his efforts. The union rejected recent claims by the Minister of Education that “industrial harmony” prevails, calling the statement a “misleading fantasy” that disregards the struggles of university workers.
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“The Minister’s silence is no longer golden—it reeks of betrayal and zero camaraderie,” the statement said, demanding urgent leadership to finalize a “credible and conclusive” agreement.
The union issued a strict ultimatum, insisting that February salaries be paid immediately, particularly as many members observe fasting. It further called for the renegotiation process with SSANU and NASU to be expedited and concluded properly.
Specifically, SSANU’s demands include:
Immediate payment of outstanding February 2026 salaries for federal university staff, especially those observing Ramadan or Lenten fasts.
Acceleration of ongoing negotiations with non-teaching university unions to reach a credible and conclusive resolution.
Provision of accurate and transparent information to the Nigerian public regarding the true status of these negotiations.
SSANU warned that failure to meet these demands would prompt the union to pursue all legal avenues, including withdrawal of services and picketing government offices.
The statement concluded: “SSANU remains committed to constructive engagement with the Federal Government to sustain industrial harmony and protect the integrity of Nigeria’s university system.”
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