Auchi poly strike news
Auchi Polytechnic strike news! Here are some recent updates:
Latest Update (March 2023): The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has called off its strike at Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, after reaching an agreement with the management of the institution. The strike, which began on January 18, 2023, was called off after the union and management reached a consensus on the issues that led to the strike, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
Background: The strike was called by ASUP to protest the non-payment of salaries and allowances of staff members, as well as the non-implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act. The union also demanded the provision of adequate infrastructure and facilities for teaching and learning.
Previous Updates:
- January 2023: ASUP embarked on an indefinite strike at Auchi Polytechnic, citing the non-payment of salaries and allowances of staff members, as well as the non-implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act.
- February 2023: The strike entered its second month, with the union accusing the management of the institution of not taking their demands seriously.
- March 2023: The union and management of Auchi Polytechnic began negotiations to resolve the strike, which led to the eventual call-off of the strike.
Impact: The strike had a significant impact on the institution, with students and staff members affected by the disruption of academic activities. The strike also had a ripple effect on the local economy, as businesses and services in the area were affected by the absence of students and staff members.
Conclusion: The call-off of the strike at Auchi Polytechnic is a welcome development, as it will allow students and staff members to return to normal academic activities. The agreement reached between the union and management is a step in the right direction, and it is hoped that the issues that led to the strike will be fully addressed to prevent future disruptions.