Latest asup strike news

Here are the latest updates on the ASUP strike:

Latest News:

  1. ASUP Strike Enters 10th Day: The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has entered its 10th day of strike, with no signs of a resolution in sight. The union is demanding the implementation of the 2009 agreement, improved funding for polytechnics, and the appointment of rectors for federal polytechnics. (Source: The Punch)
  2. FG Insists on No Work, No Pay: The Federal Government has reiterated its stance that there will be no pay for striking workers. The Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, said that the government cannot pay workers who are not doing their jobs. (Source: Vanguard)
  3. ASUP Threatens to Embark on Nationwide Protest: The ASUP has threatened to embark on a nationwide protest if its demands are not met. The union said that it has given the government a 14-day ultimatum to address its concerns. (Source: Daily Trust)
  4. Polytechnics Remain Shut: Most polytechnics in the country remain shut, with students and staff staying at home. The strike has affected academic activities, with many students unable to access their institutions. (Source: The Nation)
  5. ASUP Demands Improved Funding: The ASUP is demanding improved funding for polytechnics, saying that the current funding is inadequate. The union said that the government should increase the allocation to polytechnics to enable them to provide quality education. (Source: Premium Times)

Background:

The ASUP went on strike on November 14, 2022, after negotiations with the Federal Government broke down. The union is demanding the implementation of the 2009 agreement, improved funding for polytechnics, and the appointment of rectors for federal polytechnics. The strike has affected over 50 polytechnics across the country, with many students and staff staying at home.

Key Demands:

  1. Implementation of the 2009 agreement
  2. Improved funding for polytechnics
  3. Appointment of rectors for federal polytechnics
  4. Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances
  5. Improved working conditions for staff

Government Response:

The Federal Government has rejected the ASUP's demands, saying that it cannot implement the 2009 agreement without a review of the agreement. The government has also said that it cannot pay outstanding salaries and allowances without a review of the budget.