The Vice-Chancellor of Yobe State University, Prof. Muhammad Bashir Tahir, has praised Governor Mai Mala Buni for approving the complete implementation of the 2025 Federal Government-Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) agreement.
In a statement issued on Monday, the VC described the governor’s decision which includes the payment of all outstanding arrears to academic staff as a strong demonstration of the administration’s dedication to higher education and staff welfare.
Prof. Tahir noted that the move would significantly boost lecturers’ morale, enhance teaching and research activities, and improve overall productivity in the state’s tertiary institutions.
“The approval of the full implementation of the FGN/ASUU Agreement, along with the payment of all outstanding arrears, is a clear demonstration of Governor Mai Mala Buni’s commitment to the growth of higher education in Yobe State,” the VC said.
He further highlighted that the implementation would improve staff welfare and working conditions while helping to retain experienced academics, curb
