Current news on asuu strike 2017
The ASUU strike in 2017 was a significant event in Nigeria's academic calendar. Here's a summary of the current news on the strike:
Background: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) went on strike on August 14, 2017, to protest the federal government's failure to implement the 2009 agreement on funding for universities, as well as other issues such as the non-payment of salaries, poor infrastructure, and inadequate funding for research.
Key Demands: ASUU's key demands included:
- Implementation of the 2009 agreement on funding for universities.
- Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
- Improved infrastructure and facilities in universities.
- Increased funding for research and development.
- Implementation of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) to track government funding.
Strike Duration: The strike lasted for 9 months, from August 14, 2017, to July 14, 2018.
Resolution: The strike was called off on July 14, 2018, after the federal government and ASUU reached a tentative agreement. The agreement included:
- Implementation of the 2009 agreement on funding for universities.
- Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
- Improved infrastructure and facilities in universities.
- Increased funding for research and development.
- Implementation of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) to track government funding.
Current Status: The agreement has been partially implemented, with some universities receiving funding and infrastructure improvements. However, some issues remain unresolved, including the non-payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
Recent Developments: In recent months, there have been reports of renewed tensions between ASUU and the federal government over the non-implementation of some aspects of the agreement. In October 2020, ASUU issued a warning strike notice, citing the government's failure to implement the agreement. However, the strike was called off after the government agreed to meet with ASUU to discuss the outstanding issues.
Conclusion: The ASUU strike in 2017 was a significant event in Nigeria's academic calendar, highlighting the challenges faced by universities in the country. While the strike was eventually called off, some issues remain unresolved, and the situation continues to be monitored closely by stakeholders in the education sector.