ABUJA, FCT– The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has issued a fresh call to the Federal Government to urgently conclude all continuous negotiations with university unions to avoid more instability within the nation’s tertiary education system.
The charge was included in an Eid-el-Fitr message released on Friday, March 20, 2026, by the union’s National President, Associate Mohammed Ibrahim.
While congratulating the Muslim Ummah on the successful completion of the Ramadan quickly, Associate Ibrahim alerted that the continued commitment of university staff despite serious economic challenges must not be considered given by the authorities.
The SSANU President expressed deep issue over the lengthy hold-ups in the renegotiation process including both SSANU and the Non-Academic Personnel Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU).
He kept in mind that these hold-ups have actually cultivated an environment of uncertainty, undermining the confidence of employees who are essential to the administrative and technical functioning of Nigerian universities.
Ibrahim emphasised that the stability of the college sector is inextricably connected to the welfare of its workforce.
Addressing the wider national context, the SSANU leader highlighted the destructive impact of rising expenses of residing on university staff members and their households. He prompted the federal government at all levels to prioritise policies that bring back the acquiring power of the Nigerian employee.
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Beyond financial issues, Associate Ibrahim revealed extensive grief over current security breaches, specifically pointing out the terrible battles in Maiduguri.
Explaining the occasions as “senseless acts of violence,” he extended condolences to the afflicted households and called for a more robust nationwide strategy to protect lives and restore peace throughout the federation.
Reflecting on the spiritual essence of Ramadan, the union president described the duration as one of renewal and submission to the will of Allah.
He prompted Nigerians to embrace the ideals of unity and fairness, stressing that a simply and flourishing country can only be developed through collective effort and shared respect throughout ethnic and local divides.
“As we celebrate, we need to stay steadfast, hopeful, and committed to the perfects we represent,” Ibrahim mentioned. “Much better days should not just be hoped for, but actively pursued.”
The message concluded with prayers for the approval of the faithful’s sacrifices and continued true blessings for the stability of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.