The Digest:
In a familiar and tense countdown, the nation's university system braces for another disruption. The Academic Staff Union of Universities has begun mobilising its members for a potential nationwide warning strike, with one week remaining before its 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government expires.
Key Points:
- ASUU has commenced mobilisation for a potential nationwide warning strike.
- The union's 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government is set to expire in one week.
- The action aims to compel the government to sign a renegotiated agreement from February 2025.
- ASUU expressed disappointment at the government's "continued silence" on their demands.
- The union's president stated there have been "no meaningful developments" from the government.
- He described the negotiation process as "torturous" and prolonged for over eight years.
- Members are urged to intensify mobilisation and prepare for the "next line of action."
Sources: Leadership
