The spokesperson for the education ministry, Folashade Boriowo, said the ministry had a 'fruitful' discussion with the leaders of the unions.
The leadership of the unions have, therefore, mandated their chapters in various universities across the country to commence sensitisation activities beginning from Monday, 8 July, while also calling for a protest on the campuses on Tuesday 9 July. She said:"Honourable Minister Prof. Tahir Mamman, accompanied by Honourable Minister of State Hon. Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu, Permanent Secretary Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, and Directors, engaged in fruitful discussions with the union leaders.
"Every branch should ensure that all members fully participate in the protest and the Press/ media is adequately mobilised," it said.