Polytechnic lecturers back asuu strike may join soon

It seems like you're referring to the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Nigeria, and the possibility of polytechnic lecturers joining the strike soon.

For those who may not be aware, ASUU has been on strike since February 2022, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for public universities, and the implementation of the 2009 agreement between the union and the federal government. The strike has been ongoing for several months, with no clear end in sight.

Recently, there have been reports that polytechnic lecturers may join the strike soon. The Polytechnic Lecturers Association of Nigeria (POLAN) has been in talks with ASUU, and it appears that they may be considering joining the strike in solidarity with their university counterparts.

The reasons for the potential strike by polytechnic lecturers are similar to those of ASUU. They are demanding better working conditions, improved funding for polytechnics, and the implementation of the 2017 agreement between the union and the federal government.

If the polytechnic lecturers do join the strike, it could have significant implications for the education sector in Nigeria. The strike could lead to a complete shutdown of polytechnics and universities, affecting millions of students and staff.

It's worth noting that the federal government has been trying to resolve the strike through negotiations, but so far, no agreement has been reached. The government has offered some concessions, but ASUU and POLAN have rejected them, citing that they do not meet their demands.

The situation is still developing, and it's unclear when or if the polytechnic lecturers will join the strike. However, it's clear that the education sector in Nigeria is facing a major crisis, and a resolution to the strike is urgently needed to prevent further damage to the sector.