The Federal Government has taken a significant step toward implementing the 2025 agreement reached with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) with the inauguration of the Implementation Monitoring Committee (IMC), a body established to oversee the timely and transparent execution of all provisions of the pact.
The committee was inaugurated in Abuja by the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, who described the development as a major milestone in the Federal Government’s efforts to sustain industrial peace and strengthen stability in the nation’s university system.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Ahmad said the committee would play a critical role in ensuring that all parties adhere to agreed timelines and commitments.
“This is a major milestone in consolidating stability within Nigeria’s tertiary education sector,” the minister said.
She explained that the committee was specifically established to ensure that the provisions of the agreement are implemented effectively and without delay.
“The committee was established to ensure adherence to agreed timelines and deliverables while monitoring compliance and facilitating stakeholder engagement,” Ahmad stated.
According to her, the successful conclusion of negotiations between the Federal Government and ASUU underscores the shared commitment of both parties to dialogue and the pursuit of lasting reforms in the education sector.
“The successful conclusion of negotiations reflects the commitment of both the Federal Government and ASUU to dialogue, mutual respect, and sustainable reform of the university system,” she added.
The minister reiterated the Federal Government’s determination to improve the quality of tertiary education and maintain a stable academic environment conducive to learning, teaching, and research.
Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Mr. Abel O. Enitan, described the inauguration of the committee as a crucial step in strengthening governance and accountability within the sector.
“This inauguration is a significant step in strengthening governance and accountability mechanisms within the sector,” Enitan said.
He urged members of the committee to discharge their duties with integrity and professionalism, stressing that their work would be instrumental in ensuring the success of the agreement.
“I urge members to approach this assignment with professionalism and objectivity,” he stated.
Chairman of the Implementation Monitoring Committee, Olarewaju Tejuoso, assured stakeholders that the committee would carry out its responsibilities with diligence and transparency.
“We will approach this responsibility with diligence, transparency, and a commitment to ensuring the successful implementation of the agreement,” Tejuoso pledged.
For his part, ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, welcomed the inauguration of the committee and emphasized the importance of maintaining regular communication and engagement between the government and the union.
“We must sustain engagement and hold regular meetings to ensure that the implementation process remains on track and that emerging issues are addressed promptly,” Piwuna said.
He noted that continuous dialogue remains essential to preserving industrial harmony and preventing disruptions in the university system.
The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to the full implementation of the 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement, expressing confidence that the work of the committee would strengthen trust between stakeholders, promote accountability, and contribute to lasting industrial peace across Nigerian universities.
The inauguration of the IMC is expected to provide a structured framework for monitoring progress, resolving implementation challenges, and ensuring that the commitments made during negotiations translate into tangible improvements for the country’s tertiary education sector.