Vanguard latest news on asuu strike
Here are the latest news updates on the ASUU strike:
Latest Update (March 2023)
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has extended its ongoing strike by four weeks, citing the federal government's failure to meet its demands. The strike, which began on February 14, 2023, has been ongoing for over a month.
Background
The ASUU strike was called off in December 2020 after a nine-month strike, but the union resumed the strike in February 2023 due to the government's failure to implement the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement and the 2020 ASUU-FGN Memorandum of Action (MoA).
Demands
ASUU is demanding:
- Renegotiation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement and the 2020 ASUU-FGN MoA.
- Implementation of the University Transparency and Accountability Solution (UTAS) as a replacement for the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS).
- Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances owed to university lecturers.
- Improved funding for public universities.
- Establishment of a visitation panel to investigate the state of public universities.
Government Response
The federal government has been accused of not taking the strike seriously, with some officials saying that the strike is unnecessary and that the government is willing to negotiate with ASUU. However, ASUU has rejected the government's offer to negotiate, saying that the government is not serious about resolving the strike.
Impact
The strike has had a significant impact on the education sector, with many students unable to attend classes and complete their academic programs on time. The strike has also affected the morale of university lecturers and staff, who are struggling to make ends meet.
Recent Developments
In recent weeks, there have been reports of protests and demonstrations by students and lecturers across the country, calling for an end to the strike. Some universities have also taken steps to mitigate the impact of the strike, such as offering online courses and alternative academic programs.
Conclusion
The ASUU strike is ongoing, and it remains to be seen when it will be resolved. The strike has had a significant impact on the education sector, and it is essential that the government and ASUU work together to find a solution that meets the demands of both parties.