The Federal Government has released the Consolidated Non-Academic Staff Tertiary Institutions Allowance (CONTA) to non-academic staff of all federal universities, polytechnics and colleges of education, covering the period from January to August 2026.
Key Highlights
- FG releases CONTA to non-academic staff across federal tertiary institutions.
- The payment covers January to August 2026.
- Beneficiaries include non-academic staff of federal universities, polytechnics and colleges of education.
- Education Minister Maruf Alausa said the payment is aimed at improving workers’ welfare and promoting industrial harmony.
- The CONTA payment follows the commencement of CATA payments to academic staff.
- FG says the payments are part of efforts to minimise disruptions and strengthen Nigeria’s tertiary education system.
FG Releases CONTA To Federal Tertiary Institution Workers
The Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, disclosed the development, saying the release was announced by the Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa.
According to the ministry, the payment is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to improve staff welfare, strengthen industrial harmony and support the effective delivery of quality education across the country.
Alausa said the payment reflects the commitment of the Tinubu administration to creating an enabling environment for tertiary institutions to function effectively.
Alausa Links CONTA Payment To Workers’ Welfare
The minister said the welfare, motivation and commitment of both academic and non-academic personnel were essential to the stability and effective functioning of tertiary institutions.
He added that the welfare of staff was also critical to the development of the skilled workforce needed to drive Nigeria’s human capital development.
Alausa said the CONTA payment was part of efforts to address legitimate welfare concerns, promote industrial harmony and minimise disruptions to academic activities across the tertiary education system.
CONTA Payment Follows CATA For Academic Staff
The announcement comes shortly after the commencement of payment of the Consolidated Academic Tertiary Institutions Allowance (CATA) to academic staff on Monday.
According to Alausa, the payments demonstrate the Federal Government’s efforts to meet its obligations to personnel across the tertiary education sector and strengthen institutions responsible for producing the skilled workforce required for Nigeria’s socio-economic development.
The minister said the government would continue to engage relevant unions, institutional authorities and other stakeholders to address outstanding issues and promote a stable and productive tertiary education system.
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FG Promises Continued Engagement With Tertiary Education Unions
Alausa assured stakeholders that the Federal Ministry of Education would sustain consultations with relevant unions and institutional authorities to address legitimate concerns within the tertiary education sector.
He also commended academic and non-academic staff, heads of institutions, unions and other stakeholders for their patience, understanding and continued cooperation with the Federal Government.
The minister reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to policies and initiatives focused on staff welfare, institutional stability, human capital development and improved learning outcomes.
FG Reaffirms Commitment To Nigeria’s Education System
The Federal Ministry of Education said the Federal Government would continue to fulfil its obligations, address legitimate outstanding issues and sustain reforms.
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