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07/06/2026

May Almighty God have mercy on the teachers & students in captivity across the country. Grant them unconditional freedom 😭

28/05/2026

ASUSS SOUNDS ALARM ON INSECURITY, WORSENING OUT-OF-SCHOOL CRISIS ON CHILDREN’S DAY

The Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS) has issued a stark warning to the Federal Government, stating that worsening nationwide insecurity is actively dismantling the future of millions of Nigerian children by cutting off their access to education. In a powerful statement released on Wednesday to mark the dual occasions of Eid-ul-Adha and the 2026 Children’s Day celebration, ASUSS National President, Comrade Sola Adigun, declared that education in Nigeria cannot survive under the current atmosphere of fear.

Expressing deep concern over the persistent wave of school attacks and kidnappings, Comrade Adigun noted that unsafe learning environments are disrupting academic calendars and driving fear into the hearts of parents, students, and teachers across both rural and urban communities. He emphasized that any threat to education is ultimately a threat to national progress and stability, maintaining that every Nigerian child deserves access to safe, quality, and uninterrupted schooling.

The union chief referenced data from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), which underscores how targeted attacks on academic institutions continue to discourage school attendance and severely worsen Nigeria’s already critical out-of-school children statistics. In response, ASUSS forcefully reiterated its call on the Federal Government and national security agencies to intensify operations to rescue all abducted victims and decisively restore confidence in the safety of the country’s communities and school systems.

Despite the grim security landscape, the union leader praised secondary school teachers across the federation, recognizing them as the backbone sustaining the nation's fragile educational architecture. Adigun remarked that across urban and rural communities, teachers daily make sacrifices under difficult conditions to keep hope alive for millions of young Nigerians, praising their unwavering commitment to shaping the character and intellect of the nation’s future leaders.

Connecting the values of the Islamic festival to the current socio-economic reality, the ASUSS President urged Nigerians to look beyond the rituals of Eid-ul-Adha and embrace its core principles—sacrifice, obedience, and compassion—as tools for national rebuilding. He challenged citizens and leaders alike to view sacrifice not just as a religious obligation, but as a collective national duty required to build a society where peace, justice, and human dignity prevail.

As the double celebrations wrap up, ASUSS is calling for an immediate, coordinated alliance between governments at all levels, community heads, religious bodies, and parents to safeguard schools, support educators, and rescue the declining educational sector before the damage becomes irreversible.

27/05/2026

Children's Day Message 2026

27th May, 2026

Today, as the world celebrates Children’s Day, UNESCO reminds us that children are not mere creatures of the present, but a vibrant team of hope for a prosperous and sustainable future. In Nigeria, and particularly in Niger State, we join this global celebration with pride and optimism.
Niger State is proudly raising brilliant, vibrant, and productive children through well-driven government policies and a thriving secondary education sector. Our young ones are being equipped with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become leaders and innovators of tomorrow.

The ASUSS Niger State Chapter heartily appreciates and congratulates His Excellency, Farmer Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago, for his commitment to education and the welfare of teachers. We specially commend the recent implementation of the new minimum wage, which has significantly improved the welfare of teachers across the state. This gesture demonstrates your administration’s dedication to strengthening the foundation of quality education.

While we celebrate these achievements, we look forward to the fulfillment of even more promises that will further transform the education sector and secure a brighter future for our children.

To all secondary school teachers in Niger State, we urge you to remain technologically proficient and entrepreneurship-driven. Let us continue to inspire and equip our students with 21st-century skills that will make them globally competitive and self-reliant.

On this special day, we extend warm felicitations to all children across Niger State and Nigeria. May you grow in health, wisdom, and purpose. May our collective efforts as parents, teachers, and government continue to nurture you into worthy ambassadors of a greater tomorrow.

Happy Children’s Day 2026!
United for Quality Education and Teacher Welfare

27/05/2026

CELEBRATING OUR CHILDREN AND THE BLESSINGS OF EID-EL-KABIR

On behalf of the National Leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), I warmly felicitate with all our members, their families, and indeed Nigerians at large on the joyous occasions of the 2026 Children’s Day Celebration and the Eid-el-Kabir Festival.

Children remain the pride of every nation and the foundation upon which the future is built. As a Union deeply committed to education and moral development, we celebrate every child across the country and reaffirm our commitment to advocating for a better educational system that will nurture their dreams, talents, and aspirations. We encourage parents, teachers, government, and all stakeholders to continue investing in the wellbeing, education, security, and moral upbringing of our children, as they remain the hope of tomorrow.

As we also commemorate Eid-el-Kabir, we urge all Nigerians to reflect on the timeless virtues of sacrifice, obedience, love, tolerance, and selflessness as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim. This sacred season reminds us of the importance of unity, peaceful coexistence, compassion for one another, and unwavering faith in God, especially in challenging times.

The National Leadership of ASUSS encourages all members to continue to uphold professionalism, dedication, and patriotism in the discharge of their duties while remaining steadfast in the collective struggle for the advancement of the education sector and the welfare of workers across the nation.

May this season bring renewed hope, peace, divine blessings, and abundant joy to every home.

Happy Children’s Day and Happy Eid-el-Kabir Celebration.

Comrade Sola Adigun,
National President,
ASUSS Nigeria

Signed:

Com. Dr. Felix Agbesanwa Oluwaseun

National PRO,
Asussnigeria Headquarters

27/05/2026

Eid-el-Adha Message from the Academic Staff Union Secondary School (ASUSS) Nigeria, Niger State Chapter

As we join the Muslim Ummah worldwide in celebrating Eid-el-Adha 1447H/2026, we are reminded of the profound lessons of sacrifice, obedience, and submission to the will of Almighty God. The story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) teaches us that true sacrifice is not merely in the act of slaughtering, but in the willingness to surrender our comforts, ambitions, and even our lives for a higher purpose. This year, we reflect on “Sacrificial Teaching” — the daily sacrifices our teachers make to shape the minds and futures of our children.

Eid Mubarak!

26/05/2026

It is the blessed month of Dhul-Hijjah, a sacred period in Islam that reminds humanity of faith, sacrifice, destiny, compassion, and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah. The days of Arafat and Eid-el-Adha are divinely ordained for Muslims across the world as moments of reflection, appreciation, and renewed commitment to humanity.

These holy occasions are not only celebrations, but also reminders of the countless blessings, provisions, and opportunities Almighty Allah has bestowed upon us. They call on us to strengthen our devotion, deepen our sense of responsibility, and promote peaceful coexistence and humanitarian values within our communities.

As an association and approved transformational trade union of educators in the secondary education sector beyond Niger State, we are gratefully using this medium to call on all our Muslim members to reawaken the eternal lessons of faith, sacrifice, discipline, love, and service to humanity as exemplified by Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W).

We encourage our members to see this season as a call to duty towards unity, moral excellence, educational advancement, and collective growth beyond workplace experiences and personal differences. Let us continue to build stronger togetherness, mutual understanding, and purposeful development for the benefit of our schools, communities, and future generations.

May Almighty Allah accept our prayers, sacrifices, and good deeds, and grant peace, prosperity, wisdom, and renewed strength to us all.

Eid Mubarak.

25/05/2026

GOOD NEWS FOR NIGER STATE WORKERS:

The Chairman of the Niger State Labour Union (NLC), Comrade Abdulkareem Idrees Lafene, said he is in talks with Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago regarding giving workers a bonus for the upcoming Sallah celebration.

The Chairman said this while speaking with DAZA TV anchored by Nuruddeen Isyaku Daza in Saudi Arabia. He also appealed to the State Government to help change the accommodation for the pilgrims.

Source - Daza TV
Shared By NLC Media Crew.

Re-echo 👇
By
TUC Media Directorate.

25/05/2026

Secondary Education remains a vital tool for economic growth, social safety, and legacy security towards building a prosperous future for our society.

The Niger State Chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS) aligns with the recent position of the national headquarters regarding the unfortunate attack on students and teachers in a public school in Oyo State, South-West Nigeria, which sadly resulted in the loss of a teacher’s life.

As an association and approved transformational trade union, we are deeply inspired by the growing efforts being made in Niger State towards improving school safety and strengthening the learning environment in our public schools. We encourage government, communities, parents, stakeholders, and well-meaning individuals to willingly contribute their quota towards making public schools safer, stronger, and more productive than ever before.

Education remains the foundation of every meaningful development, and the protection of schools, teachers, and students must continue to be treated as a collective responsibility.

As educators, let us go beyond merely expecting miracles from the system. Through commitment, sacrifice, professionalism, and collective action, we can shape a brighter and more secure future for the coming generations.

The future will certainly be better.

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

The recent restructuring and reform initiatives introduced by the Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, particularly the stepping down of the Private Schools Board, Agency for Mass Education, and the transfer of senior staff to strengthen and expand the QASAS Directorate across the 25 Local Government Areas, is indeed a welcome development.

As stakeholders in the education sector, we appreciate every sincere effort aimed at improving educational administration, monitoring, and quality assurance within the state.

However, while acknowledging these reforms, the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), Niger State Chapter, respectfully calls on the authorities to carefully observe the possible impact of these actions on teaching and learning activities in public secondary schools, especially at the classroom level.

Today, many rural public secondary schools across the state are already facing serious challenges, including shortage of teaching staff, inadequate learning and teaching materials, poor infrastructural development, and insufficient manpower to effectively carry out educational responsibilities.

We are concerned that further transfer of experienced personnel without adequate replacement and support mechanisms may worsen the already difficult condition of many public schools and leave them more deserted in fulfilling their educational purposes.

As a recognized transformational trade union of educators in secondary schools, ASUSS remains committed to constructive engagement and continuous advocacy toward achieving a prosperous and functional education system in Niger State.

We will not relent in reminding ourselves, government, and all relevant stakeholders of the noble expectations and responsibilities attached to our profession. We equally reaffirm our commitment to giving our best in shaping a better and prosperous future for our state through quality education.

Together, let us protect, strengthen, and sustain public secondary education for the benefit of present and future generations.