Latest news on ssanu strike

Here are the latest updates on the SSANU strike:

Latest Update (as of March 2023)

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has extended its ongoing strike by four weeks, citing the federal government's failure to meet its demands. The strike, which began on February 14, 2023, was initially scheduled to end on March 14, 2023.

Reasons for the Strike

SSANU is demanding the following:

  1. Payment of outstanding arrears of earned allowances to its members.
  2. Implementation of the 2009 FGN/SSANU Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the payment of earned allowances.
  3. Payment of the outstanding arrears of the National Minimum Wage to its members.
  4. Review of the pension scheme for university staff.
  5. Improved funding for universities.

Government Response

The federal government has been accused of not taking the strike seriously, with some officials reportedly saying that the strike is unnecessary. The government has also been criticized for not providing a clear timeline for resolving the issues.

Impact of the Strike

The strike has had a significant impact on the academic calendar, with many universities forced to suspend academic activities. Students have been sent home, and many have expressed frustration and disappointment at the situation.

Next Steps

The strike is expected to continue until the government meets SSANU's demands. The union has vowed to continue the strike until its demands are met, and has called on its members to remain resolute.

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