Ui asuu restates commitment to strike

Here is the restatement of the commitment to strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU):

ASUU Restates Commitment to Strike

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has restated its commitment to the ongoing strike action, which has been ongoing since February 14, 2022. The union's decision to continue the strike was made at an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Monday, March 27, 2023.

According to a statement issued by ASUU, the union's NEC reaffirmed its commitment to the strike action, citing the failure of the Federal Government to address the key demands of the union. The demands include the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement, the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances, and the revitalization of the university system.

The statement read: "The NEC of ASUU has reaffirmed its commitment to the ongoing strike action, which was declared on February 14, 2022. The strike is a necessary response to the failure of the Federal Government to address the key demands of the union, including the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement, the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances, and the revitalization of the university system."

ASUU also expressed its disappointment at the lack of progress in negotiations with the government, saying that the government has not shown any willingness to address the union's demands. The union has been on strike for over a year, and the strike has had a significant impact on the academic calendar and the lives of students and staff.

The statement concluded: "ASUU remains committed to the strike action until the government addresses the key demands of the union. We urge all members of the union to remain resolute and continue to support the strike action until our demands are met."

The ongoing strike by ASUU has sparked widespread protests and demonstrations across the country, with students and staff calling for the government to address the union's demands. The strike has also had a significant impact on the economy, with many universities and institutions of higher learning affected by the strike.