Auchi poly latest news on strike

Auchi Polytechnic, a renowned institution in Nigeria, has been embroiled in a strike by the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) since November 2020. Here are some of the latest news updates on the strike:

Latest Update (March 2023): The strike by ASUP has entered its 16th month, with no end in sight. The union has accused the Federal Government of failing to implement the 2019 Memorandum of Action (MoA) that addressed some of the issues leading to the strike.

Recent Developments:

  1. Meeting with FG: In February 2023, ASUP held a meeting with the Federal Government, where they presented a 14-day ultimatum to resolve the outstanding issues. However, the meeting ended without a concrete agreement.
  2. Court Injunction: In January 2023, a Federal High Court in Abuja granted an injunction restraining ASUP from proceeding with the strike. However, the union has refused to call off the strike, citing the government's failure to implement the MoA.
  3. Students' Suffering: The prolonged strike has caused significant disruption to academic activities, affecting thousands of students who are unable to access their institutions. Many students have been forced to seek alternative means of education, such as online courses or private institutions.
  4. Economic Impact: The strike has also had a significant economic impact on the institution, with many staff members facing financial difficulties due to the lack of salaries.

Key Demands:

  1. Implementation of MoA: ASUP is demanding the implementation of the 2019 MoA, which addresses issues such as staff promotion, salary review, and infrastructure development.
  2. Staff Welfare: The union is seeking improved welfare packages for staff members, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
  3. Infrastructure Development: ASUP is demanding the provision of adequate infrastructure, including classrooms, laboratories, and hostels, to support academic activities.

Next Steps:

  1. ASUP Meeting: The union is scheduled to meet with the Federal Government again in March 2023 to discuss the outstanding issues.
  2. Court Hearing: The Federal High Court in Abuja is expected to hear the case filed by ASUP against the government, which seeks to compel the government to implement the MoA.
  3. Student Protest: Students of Auchi Polytechnic have threatened to stage a protest if the strike is not resolved soon, highlighting the need for urgent action to resolve the impasse.

Please note that the situation is subject to change, and updates may be available on various news outlets or the official website of Auchi Polytechnic.