Latest news concerning asuu strike

The ASUU strike! Here are the latest news and updates:

Latest Development:

• The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has extended its ongoing strike by four weeks, effective from February 14, 2023. This means that universities in Nigeria will remain closed until further notice.
• The union made this decision after its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on February 13, 2023, where it reviewed the government's response to its demands.
• ASUU is demanding improved funding for public universities, revitalization of the universities, and implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement.

Recent Updates:

• On February 10, 2023, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, met with ASUU leaders to discuss the ongoing strike. However, the meeting ended without a resolution, as the union demanded more concrete actions from the government.
• On February 7, 2023, the National Assembly passed a bill to establish a University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) to address the issues of salary payment and other financial irregularities in universities.
• On February 3, 2023, the Nigerian Governors' Forum (NGF) met with ASUU leaders to discuss the strike. The governors promised to support the union's demands, but no concrete agreement was reached.

Background:

• The ASUU strike began on December 9, 2020, after the union's members voted to embark on a strike to demand improved funding for public universities, revitalization of the universities, and implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement.
• The strike has been ongoing for over two years, with several attempts at resolution failing due to disagreements between the union and the government.

Impact:

• The ongoing strike has affected millions of students, who are unable to attend classes or access academic resources.
• The strike has also had a significant impact on the economy, as many students are unable to contribute to the workforce or pursue their studies.
• The strike has also led to a decline in the quality of education in Nigeria, as universities struggle to maintain academic standards without adequate funding.

I hope this information is helpful!