Kogi latest news on strike
Here are the latest news updates on the strike in Kogi State:
Latest Update (March 2023)
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called off its strike in Kogi State, following a meeting with the state government. The strike, which began on February 14, was called off after the government agreed to meet some of the union's demands, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances to university lecturers.
Background
The strike was called by ASUU to protest the non-payment of salaries and allowances to university lecturers in Kogi State. The union claimed that the state government had failed to meet its obligations to the lecturers, leading to financial hardship and difficulties in their ability to perform their duties.
Key Demands
The ASUU had made several demands to the state government, including:
- Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances to university lecturers.
- Implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act for university lecturers.
- Payment of arrears of promotion allowances to lecturers.
- Provision of infrastructure and facilities in universities.
Government Response
The Kogi State government had initially refused to meet the demands of ASUU, leading to the strike. However, after several meetings and negotiations, the government agreed to meet some of the union's demands, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances to lecturers.
Impact of the Strike
The strike had a significant impact on the education sector in Kogi State, with many students unable to attend classes and complete their academic programs. The strike also affected the morale of university lecturers, who were unable to receive their salaries and allowances.
Conclusion
The strike in Kogi State has been called off, following a meeting between ASUU and the state government. The government has agreed to meet some of the union's demands, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances to university lecturers. The strike had a significant impact on the education sector in the state, and its resolution is expected to restore normalcy to the sector.