What's the latest news about asuu strike

The ASUU strike! It's been a long-standing issue in Nigeria. Here's a summary of the latest news:

Latest Development: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been on strike since February 14, 2022, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for public universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement.

Recent Updates:

  1. Meeting with FG: On March 7, 2023, ASUU held a meeting with the Federal Government (FG) to discuss the ongoing strike. The meeting was attended by the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, and other government officials. While the meeting was described as "fruitful," no concrete agreement was reached.
  2. FG's Offer: The FG has offered to increase the budget allocation to education from 7% to 13% of the total budget. However, ASUU has rejected this offer, saying it's not enough to address the fundamental issues.
  3. Court Injunction: On March 10, 2023, a Federal High Court in Abuja issued an injunction restraining ASUU from continuing the strike. However, ASUU has refused to comply, citing the court's lack of jurisdiction in the matter.
  4. Students' Protest: In response to the strike, students have been protesting across the country, demanding that the government resolve the issue. Some students have also been arrested by security agencies while protesting.
  5. International Intervention: The International Association of Universities (IAU) has called on the Nigerian government to resolve the strike and ensure that students are not unduly affected. The IAU has also offered to mediate the dispute.

Next Steps:

  1. ASUU's Next Move: ASUU has threatened to take further action, including a nationwide protest, if the government fails to meet its demands.
  2. FG's Response: The FG has promised to continue engaging with ASUU to resolve the issue. However, it's unclear what specific steps they will take to address the union's concerns.
  3. Students' Future: The strike has already affected the academic calendar, and students are worried about the impact on their future. Many are considering alternative options, such as online courses or studying abroad.

The situation remains fluid, and it's unclear when the strike will be resolved. I'll keep you updated as more information becomes available.