The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has warned of a possible nationwide strike if ongoing negotiations with the Federal Government are not concluded by the end of April.
The union’s position was outlined in a communiqué issued after a special meeting of its National Executive Council (NEC) held in Abuja. Leaders at the meeting reviewed the progress of discussions and expressed concern over delays in reaching a final agreement.
In the statement signed by SSANU National President, Muhammad Ibrahim, the union clarified that negotiations are still ongoing and no agreement has been finalised.
SSANU also criticised what it described as misleading reports suggesting that a deal had already been reached, including claims of a 30 per cent increase in allowances. According to the union, such information is inaccurate, as discussions are still in progress and no binding agreement has been signed.
The council stressed that it would not accept any outcome that falls short of what had been negotiated, insisting that fairness, due process, and respect for collective bargaining must guide the process.
Reaffirming its earlier ultimatum issued alongside the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), SSANU gave the Federal Government a deadline of April 30, 2026, to conclude talks and sign agreements.
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The union warned that failure to meet this deadline would leave it with no option but to embark on an indefinite industrial action in collaboration with NASU.
Members across universities were urged to remain calm but prepared, as the union leadership may issue further directives if the situation does not improve.
SSANU also reiterated its commitment to protecting the welfare and dignity of its members, maintaining that it would continue to push for better working conditions, improved funding for universities, and timely payment of salaries.
The latest warning follows earlier complaints by the union over slow negotiations, poor conditions in universities, and unresolved labour issues, raising fears of another disruption in Nigeria’s higher education system.
