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The Digest:

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Jos branch, has accused Education Minister Tunji Alausa of issuing "misleading statements" regarding fulfilled agreements, issuing a two-week ultimatum for the government to settle outstanding entitlements or face a resumed nationwide strike.

Key Points:
  • ASUU issued a stern warning following a statement by its UniJos branch chairperson.
  • The union accuses the Minister of Education of misleading the public on fulfilled agreements.
  • Key demands include payment of 3.5 months of withheld salaries and wage award arrears.
  • ASUU dismissed a N2.3 billion disbursement claim as "grossly inadequate and almost insulting."
  • The union stated it needs "credit alerts, not misleading statements."
  • A National Executive Council meeting is scheduled for November 8-9 to decide the next steps.
  • The N50 billion Revitalisation Fund has reportedly not reached any university.
This standoff reveals a deepening storm of distrust, where government assurances are no longer a currency of peace, pushing the university system to the brink of another shutdown.

Rooted in the Storm.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria,