Recent news about asuu strike
The ASUU strike! Here are some recent news updates:
Latest Update (March 2023): The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its eight-month-old strike, allowing students to return to campus. The union reached a tentative agreement with the Federal Government on February 28, 2023, after a series of negotiations. The agreement includes a 23.7% salary increase for lecturers, a review of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS), and the release of funds for revitalization of public universities. (Source: Premium Times)
Background: The ASUU strike began on February 14, 2022, after the union's members voted to embark on a strike to demand better working conditions, improved funding for public universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement. The strike has had a significant impact on the academic calendar, with many students missing out on crucial semesters and graduating classes.
Key Demands: ASUU's key demands include:
- Implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, which includes a review of the University System, funding for revitalization, and the establishment of a University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS).
- Improved funding for public universities, including the release of funds for revitalization and the provision of infrastructure.
- Better working conditions for lecturers, including a salary increase and the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act.
- The resolution of the issues surrounding the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) and the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS).
Government Response: The Federal Government has been criticized for its handling of the strike, with many accusing it of being slow to respond to ASUU's demands. In response, the government has offered a series of concessions, including a 23.7% salary increase for lecturers and the release of funds for revitalization. However, ASUU has maintained that these concessions are insufficient and has continued to push for more significant changes.
Impact on Students: The strike has had a significant impact on students, with many missing out on crucial semesters and graduating classes. The strike has also led to a loss of revenue for universities, which rely heavily on tuition fees and other sources of income.
Next Steps: With the strike suspended, students are expected to return to campus, and lectures are expected to resume. However, the agreement between ASUU and the Federal Government is still subject to ratification, and it remains to be seen whether the union's demands will be fully met.