Ait news on asuu strike

The ASUU strike! Here's the latest news:

Update as of March 2023:

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been on strike since February 14, 2023, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for public universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement.

Recent Developments:

  1. Negotiations ongoing: The Federal Government and ASUU have been engaged in negotiations to resolve the strike. The government has offered a 23.7% salary increase, while ASUU is demanding a 100% salary increase.
  2. Court injunction: The National Industrial Court has issued an injunction restraining ASUU from continuing the strike. However, the union has appealed the decision, citing that the court lacks jurisdiction.
  3. Students' plight: The strike has affected millions of students, with many forced to stay at home or seek alternative education options. Some students have taken to social media to express their frustration and disappointment.
  4. Economic impact: The strike has also had a significant economic impact, with many businesses and industries affected by the loss of productivity and revenue.

Key Demands:

  1. Improved funding: ASUU is demanding increased funding for public universities to improve infrastructure, staff welfare, and research.
  2. Implementation of 2009 agreement: The union is seeking the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, which includes the establishment of a University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) to track government funding.
  3. Better working conditions: ASUU is demanding improved working conditions, including better salaries, pensions, and allowances for lecturers.

Government Response:

  1. Salary increase offer: The government has offered a 23.7% salary increase for lecturers, which ASUU has rejected as inadequate.
  2. Implementation of UTAS: The government has agreed to implement UTAS, but ASUU is demanding a more comprehensive solution.

Next Steps:

  1. Continued negotiations: The government and ASUU will continue to negotiate to resolve the strike.
  2. Court hearings: The National Industrial Court will hear ASUU's appeal against the injunction.
  3. Student protests: Students may continue to protest and demand an end to the strike.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!