Latest news on asuu 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:
- Negotiations ongoing: 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.
- Government's offer: The Federal Government has offered to increase the budget allocation to public universities by 20% and to pay the outstanding salaries of lecturers. However, ASUU has rejected the offer, saying it is not sufficient to address the union's demands.
- Court injunction: The National Industrial Court has issued an injunction restraining ASUU from continuing the strike. However, the union has appealed the decision, saying it is not binding.
- Students' plight: The strike has caused significant disruption to academic activities, with many students unable to attend classes or complete their degrees on time. Some students have taken to social media to express their frustration and disappointment.
- International support: The strike has received international attention, with some organizations and individuals expressing support for ASUU's demands.
Key Demands:
- Renegotiation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement: ASUU is demanding a review of the agreement to address issues such as funding, staff welfare, and infrastructure development.
- Improved funding for public universities: The union is seeking increased funding for public universities to enable them to provide quality education and infrastructure.
- Implementation of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS): ASUU is demanding the implementation of UTAS, a platform designed to track government funding and expenditure in universities.
- Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances: The union is seeking the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances owed to lecturers.
Timeline:
- February 14, 2022: ASUU begins strike
- March 2022: Negotiations between ASUU and the Federal Government begin
- June 2022: ASUU rejects government's offer
- August 2022: National Industrial Court issues injunction restraining ASUU from continuing the strike
- September 2022: ASUU appeals the court decision
- March 2023: Negotiations between ASUU and the Federal Government continue
Please note that the situation is subject to change, and I'll do my best to keep you updated on the latest developments.