By Ologeh Joseph Chibu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received accolades from a major stakeholder in the educational sector.
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) this week praised President Tinubu’s promise to increase salary of workers in the knowledge zone.
The union also praises his ability to address and rectify the challenges facing the nation’s economy.
Despite acknowledging the current precarious state of the economy, SSANU said it remained optimistic that the new government possessed the necessary capabilities to undertake corrective measures and make positive advancements.
The National President of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities,
Mohammed Ibrahim
acknowledged the widespread difficulties, citing the struggling economy, diminished purchasing power, and the increasingly precarious security situation. He however said the Union is impressed by the commitment of the Government to address the issues.
He said he saw a new government that seemed to possess both vigor and determination.
He said “We will only tell them our patience is running out. We will encourage them not only to hit the ground running but also to ensure that the right things are done,” emphasized Ibrahim, underscoring the urgency of addressing the myriad challenges facing the nation.
The National President expressed satisfaction with the government’s commitment to addressing workers’ concerns through wage awards. He highlighted President Tinubu’s announcement that a new minimum wage could be expected within the next few quarters.
“We are happy that there are pronouncements to the effect that issues about workers are going to be handled through wage awards. President Tinubu did mention that within the quarters or so of this year, we are going to have a new minimum wage,” Ibrahim affirmed.
SSANU Applauds President Tinubu’s Wage Promises, Maintains Confidence in Government’s Capability
“We are happy that there are pronouncements to the effect that issues about workers are going to be handled through wage awards. President Tinubu did mention that within the quarters or so of this year, we are going to have a new minimum wage,” Ibrahim affirmed.
He spoke further “We will only pray for the President and his cabinet members that within this estimated period, we will see these things done so that Nigerians will not continue to suffer because life is difficult.”
Mohammed Ibrahim’s speech encapsulated the dual sentiments of hope in the face of daunting challenges.
The Western zone the National Vice President of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), Abdulsuboor Salam,addresses the alarming surge in kidnappings and insecurities.
Salam expressed deep concern, remarking, “It has become very worrisome.” He highlighted the unsettling shift in the dynamics of kidnapping, noting that what was once confined to the wealthy elite has now infiltrated the lives of ordinary civil servants in Abuja. Kidnappings are on the rise, and the demands for ransoms have soared into the millions of naira, creating an atmosphere of fear and insecurity.
“Nobody is safe,” Salam declared, capturing the grim reality that has permeated the lives of citizens in the Western zone. He painted a vivid picture of the current state of affairs, describing it as a “season of anomie, shamelessness, and corruption.”
Salam’s words underscored the pervasive nature of the security crisis, transcending social and economic boundaries.
Salam’s speech serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need for comprehensive and effective measures to curb the rising tide of kidnappings. The call for collective action against this tide of insecurity echoes through his words, emphasizing the gravity of the situation and the imperative for immediate intervention to restore a sense of safety and normalcy.
