Polytechnics strike latest news
Here are the latest news updates on the polytechnics strike in Nigeria:
Latest Update (March 2023)
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has suspended its strike action after reaching an agreement with the Federal Government. The union had been on strike since November 2020, demanding better working conditions, improved funding, and the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act. The agreement includes a 25% increase in salaries for polytechnic lecturers and the establishment of a committee to address the union's demands.
Previous Updates
- February 2023: The ASUP has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to address its demands, warning that it will embark on a nationwide strike if the government fails to meet its demands.
- January 2023: The polytechnics strike has entered its 24th month, with students and staff continuing to suffer the consequences of the industrial action.
- December 2022: The ASUP has accused the Federal Government of reneging on its promises to address the union's demands, leading to a stalemate in negotiations.
- November 2022: The polytechnics strike has been ongoing for 22 months, with students and staff calling for an end to the strike and a resolution to the dispute.
- October 2022: The Federal Government has offered to increase the salaries of polytechnic lecturers by 15%, but the ASUP has rejected the offer, saying it is not enough to meet their demands.
Background
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) went on strike in November 2020, demanding better working conditions, improved funding, and the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act. The strike has been ongoing for over two years, with students and staff suffering the consequences of the industrial action. The ASUP has accused the Federal Government of failing to address its demands, leading to a stalemate in negotiations.
Impact
The polytechnics strike has had a significant impact on the education sector in Nigeria, with many students and staff affected by the industrial action. The strike has also had a negative impact on the economy, as many polytechnics are major employers of labor in their respective communities.
Call to Action
The ASUP has called on the Federal Government to address its demands and resolve the strike, while the Federal Government has urged the union to return to the negotiating table. Students and staff are calling for an end to the strike and a resolution to the dispute.
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