Futminna latest news on strike

FUTMINNA, also known as Federal University of Technology, Minna, is a federal university located in Minna, Niger State, Nigeria. As a public institution, it is subject to the Nigerian government's policies and regulations. Here are some latest news updates on strike at FUTMINNA:

Latest News:

  1. ASUU Strike Update: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been on strike since February 14, 2022, demanding better working conditions, improved funding, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement. FUTMINNA, like other universities, has been affected by the strike, with academic activities suspended.
  2. FG-ASUU Meeting: The Federal Government and ASUU have been engaged in negotiations to resolve the strike. The latest meeting between the two parties was held on March 7, 2023, where both sides agreed to continue talks. However, the strike remains ongoing.
  3. FUTMINNA Management's Position: The management of FUTMINNA has expressed its commitment to resolving the strike and ensuring that academic activities resume as soon as possible. In a statement, the university's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdullahi Bala, urged students to remain calm and patient, assuring them that the university is working tirelessly to resolve the issue.
  4. Students' Reaction: Students of FUTMINNA have been affected by the strike, with many expressing frustration and disappointment on social media. Some students have called on the government and ASUU to resolve the issue, while others have expressed concerns about the impact of the strike on their academic careers.

Previous Updates:

  1. February 2022: The ASUU strike began on February 14, 2022, with FUTMINNA and other universities affected.
  2. March 2022: The Federal Government and ASUU held several meetings to resolve the strike, but no agreement was reached.
  3. April 2022: The strike continued, with FUTMINNA students and staff expressing frustration and disappointment.
  4. May 2022: The Nigerian government announced a new offer to ASUU, which was rejected by the union.

Please note that the situation is subject to change, and updates may be available on the university's website, social media, or local news outlets.