ASUU: Tinubu’s 40% pay rise stalls as varsities delay implementation

The Punch | 30-08-2026 12:48am |

The implementation of the 40% salary increase approved by President Bola Tinubu for members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has stalled due to delays by universities. This has triggered fresh unrest among lecturers, who are threatening to strike over unpaid salaries. The situation raises concerns about potential disruptions in the academic calendar.

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