The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) has issued a compelling plea to President Bola Tinubu, urging swift action on policies aimed at alleviating the severe hardships caused by the removal of the oil subsidy and the floating of the naira.
In a detailed communique released after the CONUA National Executive Committee meeting held at the University of Benin from July 12 to 14, the association’s National President, Niyi Sunmonu, underscored the urgency of the situation. Sunmonu emphasized the need for immediate measures, including the announcement of a commensurate minimum wage, to mitigate the adverse effects of these economic policies on Nigerians.
Addressing the broader issues affecting university academics, Sunmonu criticized the government’s handling of salary payments amidst strikes by sister associations. He stated, “The NEC reviewed the state of the nation and noted the excruciating pains Nigerians have been going through as a result of the removal of fuel subsidy since May 29, 2023, and the subsequent policy of floating the naira.”
