Asuu strike update latest news

Here are the latest updates on the ASUU strike:

Latest News:

  1. ASUU Strike Enters 12th Week: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike has entered its 12th week, with no end in sight. The union has been on strike since February 14, 2022, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement.
  2. FG and ASUU Meet Again: The Federal Government and ASUU met again on Monday, April 18, 2022, to discuss the ongoing strike. The meeting was held at the National Universities Commission (NUC) headquarters in Abuja. However, no agreement was reached, and the strike continues.
  3. ASUU Gives FG Ultimatum: ASUU has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to meet its demands or face further industrial action. The ultimatum expires on May 2, 2022.
  4. Students Suffer as Strike Continues: The ongoing strike has caused significant disruption to academic activities, with many students unable to attend classes or complete their academic programs. Many students have been forced to stay at home, while others have been forced to seek alternative means of education.
  5. International Community Calls for Resolution: The international community has called on the Federal Government and ASUU to resolve the strike and find a lasting solution to the crisis. The African Union, the European Union, and the United Nations have all expressed concern over the impact of the strike on students and the education sector.

Key Demands:

  1. Improved Funding: ASUU is demanding improved funding for universities to enable them to provide quality education and infrastructure.
  2. Implementation of 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement: ASUU is demanding the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, which includes the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances to lecturers.
  3. Better Working Conditions: ASUU is demanding better working conditions for lecturers, including improved salaries, allowances, and infrastructure.
  4. Visitation Panels: ASUU is demanding the establishment of visitation panels to oversee the management of universities and ensure accountability.

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