The Digest:
The Federal Government has escalated its response to the ongoing university strike, officially directing the vice-chancellors of all federal universities to enforce the "No Work, No Pay" policy against the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). According to Daily Post, a circular signed by Education Minister Tunji Alausa mandates the immediate implementation of the policy, citing the provisions of the nation's labour laws and marking a significant hardening of the government's stance in the dispute.
Key Points:
- The Federal Government has directed VCs to enforce "No Work, No Pay" on striking ASUU members.
- The order was issued via an official circular dated October 13, 2025.
- Education Minister Tunji Alausa signed the directive, invoking the nation's labour laws.
- The circular was sent to the Head of Civil Service, the Budget Office, and the NUC, among others.
- ASUU is currently on a two-week warning strike over unmet demands.
- This action represents a major escalation in the government's response to the industrial action.
- The policy aims to withhold salaries for the duration of the strike.
Sources: Daily Post
