Latest news on ndu strike
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) strike! Here are the latest updates:
Latest News:
- Strike Enters 4th Week: The strike by the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Universities, Teaching Hospitals, Research Institutes and Associated Institutions (SSANU) at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has entered its 4th week, with no end in sight.
- Demands Unmet: The striking unions are demanding improved working conditions, better welfare packages, and the implementation of the 2017 agreement between the unions and the Federal Government. So far, their demands have not been met.
- Academic Activities Suspended: The strike has led to the suspension of academic activities at the NDA, affecting the training of cadets and the academic calendar.
- Government Intervention: The Federal Government has intervened in the strike, with the Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Magashi (rtd), meeting with the striking unions to resolve the issue. However, no concrete agreement has been reached yet.
- Consequences of the Strike: The strike has caused inconvenience to cadets, who are unable to participate in training exercises, and has also affected the morale of staff members.
Background:
The strike by NASU and SSANU at the NDA began on January 5, 2023, after the unions gave the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to address their demands. The unions are seeking improved working conditions, better welfare packages, and the implementation of the 2017 agreement between the unions and the Federal Government.
What's Next:
The strike is expected to continue until the unions' demands are met. The Federal Government is under pressure to resolve the issue, as the strike is affecting the training of cadets and the academic calendar. The unions are also planning to embark on a nationwide protest to draw attention to their demands.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!