Funaab latest news on asuu strike

Here are the latest news updates on the ASUU strike at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB):

Latest Update (as of March 2023)

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been on strike since February 14, 2023, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement.

As of March 2023, the strike has entered its 6th week, with no clear indication of when it will be called off. The union has been engaging with the Federal Government in negotiations, but a resolution has yet to be reached.

Recent Developments

  1. Meeting with FG: On March 10, 2023, ASUU held a meeting with the Federal Government, led by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige. The meeting was aimed at resolving the outstanding issues, but no concrete agreement was reached.
  2. Lecturers' Protest: On March 14, 2023, FUNAAB lecturers staged a peaceful protest on campus, demanding an end to the strike and better working conditions.
  3. Students' Plea: Students of FUNAAB have also been protesting, calling on the government to resolve the strike and allow them to return to classes.

Key Demands

ASUU is demanding:

  1. Improved Funding: Increased funding for universities to enable them to provide quality education.
  2. Implementation of 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement: The government has failed to implement the 2009 agreement, which includes issues like salary increments, promotion, and allowances.
  3. Better Working Conditions: Improved working conditions, including better infrastructure, and a conducive academic environment.
  4. Visitation Panels: The establishment of visitation panels to oversee the management of universities.

Impact on FUNAAB

The strike has had a significant impact on FUNAAB, with:

  1. Closure of Campuses: The university's campuses have been closed, affecting academic activities.
  2. Loss of Academic Time: Students have lost valuable academic time, which may affect their academic performance.
  3. Financial Burden: Students and their families are facing financial burdens due to the strike.

Next Steps

The strike is ongoing, and ASUU has vowed to continue until its demands are met. The Federal Government has also shown no signs of backing down, and the stalemate continues. Students and parents are eagerly waiting for a resolution to the strike, which will allow academic activities to resume at FUNAAB.

Please note that the information provided is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest information, I recommend checking reputable news sources or the official FUNAAB website.