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Here are the latest updates on the ASUU strike from Punch News:

Latest Update:

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has extended its ongoing strike by four weeks, citing the federal government's failure to meet its demands.

The union's National Executive Council (NEC) made the decision at its meeting on Monday, August 15, 2022.

Background:

The ASUU strike began on February 14, 2022, over the federal government's failure to implement the 2009 agreement and the 2020 Memorandum of Action (MOA) between the union and the government.

The union is demanding improved funding for public universities, revitalization of the universities, and implementation of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) payment platform.

Government's Response:

The federal government has been accused of not taking the strike seriously, with some officials saying that the union is being unreasonable in its demands.

The government has offered to pay the union's members a 23.7% increase in salary, but ASUU has rejected the offer, saying it is not enough to address the union's concerns.

Impact:

The strike has had a significant impact on the education sector, with many students unable to attend classes and complete their academic programs on time.

The strike has also affected the economy, with many parents and students forced to seek alternative educational options, such as private universities and online courses.

Next Steps:

The ASUU strike is expected to continue for at least four more weeks, pending the outcome of further negotiations between the union and the government.

The union has called on its members to remain resolute and continue to support the strike until its demands are met.

Source:

Punch News, August 15, 2022.