Asuu latest news november

Here are some of the latest news from the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) as of November 2022:

  1. ASUU Strike Update: The union has been on strike since February 2022, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement. As of November, the strike has entered its 10th month, with no clear end in sight.
  2. FG-ASUU Meeting: The Federal Government and ASUU held a meeting on November 15, 2022, to discuss the ongoing strike. While the meeting was described as "fruitful," no concrete agreement was reached, and the strike continues.
  3. ASUU Demands: The union has reiterated its demands, including the release of N40 billion owed to universities, the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, and the establishment of a visitation panel to investigate the state of universities.
  4. Lecturers' Welfare: ASUU has expressed concern over the welfare of its members, citing poor working conditions, inadequate funding, and lack of infrastructure in universities. The union has called for improved welfare packages for lecturers.
  5. Student Welfare: The union has also expressed concern over the welfare of students, citing the negative impact of the strike on their academic pursuits. ASUU has called for the government to take immediate action to address the strike and ensure that students can return to classes.
  6. Court Injunction: A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an injunction restraining ASUU from continuing its strike. However, the union has refused to comply with the injunction, citing the government's failure to meet its demands.
  7. State-by-State Strike: ASUU has called on its members in some states to embark on a state-by-state strike, citing the failure of the federal government to meet its demands. The strike has already been implemented in some states, including Lagos and Ogun.
  8. International Support: ASUU has received support from international organizations, including the International Association of University Professors and Lecturers (IAUPL), which has called on the Nigerian government to resolve the strike.

These are some of the latest news from ASUU as of November 2022. The situation remains fluid, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.