Latest news on asup strike

The ASUU strike! Here's the latest news:

Update as of March 2023:

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been on strike since February 14, 2022, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for public universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement.

Recent Developments:

  1. Negotiations ongoing: The Federal Government and ASUU have been engaged in negotiations to resolve the strike. The government has offered a new proposal, which ASUU is currently reviewing.
  2. Strike extension: ASUU has extended the strike by four weeks, effective from February 14, 2023, to allow for further negotiations with the government.
  3. Court injunction: A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an injunction restraining ASUU from continuing the strike. However, the union has appealed the decision, and the strike remains ongoing.
  4. Student protests: Students from various universities have been protesting the strike, demanding that the government and ASUU resolve the issue and return them to class.

Key Demands:

  1. Renegotiation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement: ASUU wants the government to renegotiate the agreement, which expired in 2011, to address issues like funding, staff welfare, and infrastructure development.
  2. Improved funding for public universities: The union demands increased funding for public universities to enable them to provide quality education and infrastructure.
  3. Implementation of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS): ASUU wants the government to implement UTAS, a new payment platform designed to address issues with the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS).

Impact on Education:

The strike has had a significant impact on the education sector, with many students unable to attend classes or complete their academic programs on time. The strike has also affected research and academic activities in universities.

What's Next:

The outcome of the ongoing negotiations between ASUU and the government will determine the future of the strike. If an agreement is reached, the strike may be called off, and students can return to class. However, if the negotiations fail, the strike may continue, and students may face further delays in their academic programs.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story!