Lautech strike news
Here are some recent news updates on the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria:
Latest Update (March 2023): The strike by ASUU LAUTECH chapter has entered its 14th month, with no end in sight. The union is demanding the payment of outstanding salaries, allowances, and benefits owed to its members, as well as the implementation of the 2019 agreement between the union and the federal government.
Previous Updates:
- February 2023: The ASUU LAUTECH chapter has threatened to embark on a nationwide strike if the federal government fails to meet its demands. The union is also demanding the reinstatement of its members who were sacked by the university management.
- January 2023: The Oyo State government has promised to pay the outstanding salaries and allowances owed to LAUTECH staff, but the ASUU chapter has expressed skepticism about the government's ability to fulfill its promise.
- December 2022: The ASUU LAUTECH chapter has accused the university management of attempting to intimidate and harass its members, including the union's chairman, who was allegedly summoned by the management for questioning.
- November 2022: The federal government has promised to pay the outstanding salaries and allowances owed to LAUTECH staff, but the ASUU chapter has expressed frustration with the government's slow pace in implementing its promises.
Background:
The strike by ASUU LAUTECH chapter began in November 2021, following the failure of the university management to pay outstanding salaries and allowances owed to staff. The union is demanding the payment of salaries and allowances owed to its members, as well as the implementation of the 2019 agreement between the union and the federal government. The strike has had a significant impact on academic activities at the university, with many students and staff members affected.
Please note that the information provided is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest information on the strike, I recommend checking reputable news sources or the official website of LAUTECH or ASUU.