Recent asuu news

Here are some recent news updates from the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU):

Latest Updates:

  1. ASUU Strike Update: The union has been on strike since February 14, 2022, demanding improved funding for public universities, better working conditions, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement. The strike has been ongoing for over 7 months.
  2. FG-ASUU Meeting: The Federal Government and ASUU held a meeting on March 28, 2023, to discuss the ongoing strike. The meeting was adjourned to April 4, 2023, to allow for further consultations.
  3. ASUU Demands: The union is demanding a review of the salary structure for university lecturers, the payment of outstanding allowances, and the implementation of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) for the payment of salaries.
  4. Students' Suffering: The prolonged strike has caused significant disruption to academic activities, affecting millions of students across the country. Many students have been unable to access their campuses, and those who have been able to attend classes have been forced to do so in makeshift facilities.
  5. International Support: The international community has been expressing support for ASUU's demands. The International Association of University Professors and Lecturers (IAUPL) has called on the Nigerian government to resolve the strike and ensure the well-being of university students.

Recent Quotes:

  1. ASUU President: "We are not going back to work until our demands are met. The government must take our demands seriously and implement the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement." - Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, ASUU President.
  2. FG Minister: "We are willing to engage with ASUU and find a solution to the strike. However, we cannot compromise on the national interest." - Dr. Adamu Adamu, Minister of Education.

Recent Developments:

  1. Court Injunction: A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered ASUU to call off the strike, but the union has refused to comply, citing the government's failure to meet its demands.
  2. Student Protests: Students have been protesting across the country, demanding an end to the strike and calling on the government to meet ASUU's demands.
  3. International Pressure: The international community has been putting pressure on the Nigerian government to resolve the strike and ensure the well-being of university students.

Please note that the situation is constantly evolving, and this information may not be up-to-date. For the latest information, I recommend checking reputable news sources or the official ASUU website.