The Digest:
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has issued a firm warning to the Federal Government, demanding urgent resolution of long-standing disputes or facing another nationwide industrial action. The declaration, made during a zonal meeting in Calabar, underscores the rising tension in Nigeria’s public university system and the fragile state of higher education, revealing how the struggle to retain academic talent reflects a deeper institutional storm.
Key Points:
- ASUU has threatened a nationwide strike if the government fails to meet its demands.
- The union demands renegotiation and full implementation of existing agreements.
- Key issues include unpaid salaries, withheld payments, and promotion arrears.
- ASUU also seeks fair wages and better working conditions for lecturers.
- The government is urged to respect university autonomy and increase education funding.
- A four-week ultimatum has been issued for the government to act.
- The union vowed to remain “unbowed and unwavering” in its struggle.
Sources: Daily Trust
