Asuu news about strike

Here are some recent news updates about the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Nigeria:

Latest Updates:

  1. ASUU Strike Enters 12th Week: The strike by ASUU, which began on February 14, has entered its 12th week, with no end in sight. The union is demanding improved funding for public universities, revitalization of the education sector, and implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. FG, ASUU Meet Again: The Federal Government and ASUU held another meeting on March 28, but no agreement was reached. The government offered to pay N30 billion to the union, but ASUU rejected the offer, saying it was not enough to address the issues at stake. (Source: Premium Times)
  3. Students Protest in Lagos: Students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and other institutions in Lagos protested against the strike, calling on the government to resolve the dispute and reopen the universities. (Source: Punch)
  4. ASUU Threatens to Embark on Indefinite Strike: ASUU has threatened to embark on an indefinite strike if the government fails to meet its demands. The union has given the government a 14-day ultimatum to resolve the issues. (Source: Daily Trust)
  5. Donors Offer Support: The European Union (EU) and other international donors have offered to support the Nigerian government in resolving the strike. The EU has pledged to provide technical assistance to the government to improve the education sector. (Source: This Day)

Background:

The strike by ASUU began on February 14, 2022, after the union's members voted to embark on the industrial action. The union is demanding improved funding for public universities, revitalization of the education sector, and implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement. The agreement, which was signed by the government and ASUU, provides for the revitalization of the education sector, including the provision of infrastructure, equipment, and staff development.

Key Demands:

  1. Improved Funding: ASUU is demanding improved funding for public universities to enable them to provide quality education to students.
  2. Revitalization of the Education Sector: The union is demanding the revitalization of the education sector, including the provision of infrastructure, equipment, and staff development.
  3. Implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement: ASUU is demanding the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, which provides for the revitalization of the education sector.

Impact:

The strike has had a significant impact on the education sector in Nigeria, with many students unable to attend classes and complete their academic programs on time. The strike has also affected the morale of academic staff, who are struggling to make ends meet due to the lack of funding and resources in the universities.