Federal Ministry Of Education Raises Concern Over NUT Communique

*Calls for shared responsibilities

By; ARCHIBONG ESUENE, Abuja

The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa has acknowledged the concerns raised by Nigeria Union of Teachers over the implementation of the New National Minimum Wage for primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory.

The Director, Press and Public Relations Mrs Boriowo Folasade In a press statement said the Minister called on all parties—unions, area councils, and education administrators—to act in good faith and prioritize dialogue, transparency, and shared responsibility.

The Federal Ministry of Education viewed with concerns, the communiqué issued by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), FCT Wing, following its Emergency State Wing Standing Committee (SWSC) meeting in Gwagwalada, Abuja.

Dr Alausa said the Ministry of Education deeply values the unwavering commitment of Nigerian teachers, who he acknowledged remain the backbone of foundational education system.

While the administration of LEA Primary Schools in the FCT falls under the purview of the six area councils and their respective Local Education Authorities (LEAs), the Minister reaffirmed of the Federal Government’s commitment to the welfare, dignity, and professional development of teachers at all levels.

“The Honourable Minister of the FCT, Barr. Nyesom Wike, CON, the Honourable Minister of Education, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), and other key agencies will continue to engage on this matter and encourage the Area Council Chairmen to do the same, with a view to settling the issue amicably.

“In line with the principles of cooperative governance and shared responsibility, the Ministry will sustain its mediation efforts among stakeholders to foster constructive dialogue and prevent any disruption to children’s education arising from unresolved administrative challenges.”

Under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Dr Alausa stated that the Ministry is leading far-reaching reforms in basic education—covering infrastructure, digital learning, curriculum modernization, and teacher development, “these national gains must be complemented by fairness, equity, and responsiveness to the needs of educators”.