Breaking news nigeria strike

Here are the latest updates on the ongoing strike in Nigeria:

Breaking News:

• The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has extended its ongoing strike by four weeks, citing the government's failure to meet its demands.
• The strike, which began on February 14, has affected over 70% of Nigeria's universities, with many students and lecturers affected.
• The Nigerian government has been accused of not taking the strike seriously, with many calling for a more decisive approach to resolving the crisis.
• The strike has also led to a significant impact on the country's economy, with many businesses and industries affected.

Background:

• The strike was called by ASUU over the government's failure to implement the 2009 agreement on salaries, allowances, and infrastructure development in universities.
• The union has also demanded the implementation of the 2013 agreement on the revitalization of public universities, as well as the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
• The government has been accused of not taking the strike seriously, with many calling for a more decisive approach to resolving the crisis.

Latest Developments:

• The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the government to take immediate action to resolve the strike, warning that the situation is becoming increasingly dire.
• The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has also joined the strike, citing similar demands to ASUU.
• The government has set up a committee to negotiate with ASUU, but the union has expressed skepticism about the committee's ability to resolve the crisis.

Reactions:

• The Nigerian government has been accused of not taking the strike seriously, with many calling for a more decisive approach to resolving the crisis.
• The opposition parties have also criticized the government's handling of the strike, calling for a more effective solution to the crisis.
• Many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their frustration and disappointment with the government's handling of the strike.

Impact:

• The strike has had a significant impact on the country's economy, with many businesses and industries affected.
• The strike has also led to a significant impact on the country's education system, with many students and lecturers affected.
• The strike has also led to a significant impact on the country's international reputation, with many countries expressing concern about the situation.

What's Next:

• The strike is expected to continue for the next four weeks, with ASUU giving the government an ultimatum to meet its demands.
• The government is expected to continue negotiations with ASUU, but many are skeptical about the outcome.
• The situation is expected to remain tense, with many calling for a more decisive approach to resolving the crisis.