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ASUU Strike News!

Here are the latest updates on the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU):

Latest Developments:

  1. Meeting with FG: ASUU has scheduled a meeting with the Federal Government on Monday, February 27, to discuss the ongoing strike. The union is seeking a resolution to the strike, which has been ongoing since December 2020.
  2. Proposed Solution: The government has proposed a 23.7% salary increase for ASUU members, which the union has rejected. ASUU is demanding a 100% salary increase, among other demands.
  3. Students' Suffering: The strike has caused significant disruption to academic activities, with many students unable to access their institutions or complete their courses. Students have been protesting and calling for an end to the strike.
  4. International Support: The international community has expressed support for ASUU, with some countries offering to mediate the dispute. The African Union has also called for a resolution to the strike.

Key Demands:

  1. Salary Increase: ASUU is demanding a 100% salary increase for its members, citing the devaluation of the naira and the high cost of living.
  2. Pension Reform: The union is seeking the implementation of the 2009 pension reform, which would ensure that ASUU members receive their pension benefits.
  3. University Autonomy: ASUU is demanding greater autonomy for universities, including the ability to manage their finances and make decisions without interference from the government.
  4. Infrastructure Development: The union is seeking investment in university infrastructure, including the construction of new buildings and the upgrading of existing facilities.

What's Next:

  1. Meeting with FG: ASUU and the government will meet on Monday, February 27, to discuss the ongoing strike.
  2. Possible Resolution: The meeting may lead to a resolution of the strike, although this is uncertain.
  3. Continued Protests: Students and staff may continue to protest and call for an end to the strike if a resolution is not reached.

Stay tuned for further updates on the ASUU strike!