FG RELEASES FUNDS FOR PAYMENT OF NASU,FEDERAL RETIREES
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has released funds to settle outstanding salary payments owed to members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Federal Universities (NASU) and to disburse benefits to retirees covered under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme . This move comes after NASU and the Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Universities (SSANU) embarked on a nationwide strike due to unpaid salaries and other benefits.
Key Highlights of the Development:
– _Payment of Withheld Salaries_: Funds have been released to pay NASU members their withheld salaries.
– _Retiree Benefits_: Benefits owed to retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme have also been released.
– _Commencement of Payments_: Payments to NASU members have commenced, with many confirming receipt of alerts.
– _Government Commitment_: The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to catering for the well-being of Nigerian workers and retirees.
The strike by NASU and SSANU began due to issues such as non-payment of salaries, earned allowances, and national minimum wage arrears . The Federal Government’s action is expected to address some of these concerns and alleviate the plight of affected university staff and retirees.
