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ASUU Threatens Total Strike Over Unmet Demands and Government Delay Tactics

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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) may go on a total strike as early as Thursday, August 28, 2025, if the meeting called by the Federal Government with other unions fails to meet their demands. ASUU Chairman, Dr. Jangfa Timothy, expressed frustration with the government's delay tactics and lack of sincerity in addressing the union's concerns. The union is demanding the implementation of the 2009 agreement, payment of their withheld salaries, and revitalization of the Nigerian University system.

Key Takeaways:

  • The ASUU Chairman, Dr. Jangfa Timothy, warned that the union may go on a total strike if the meeting called by the Federal Government fails to address their demands.
  • The union is demanding the implementation of the 2009 agreement, payment of their withheld three and a half months' salary, and revitalization of the Nigerian University system.
  • The government's delay tactics and lack of sincerity in addressing the union's concerns have led to the union's decision to consider a total strike.
  • Academic activities on the university campus were affected during the protest period, and students took the opportunity to celebrate their annual Final year week.
  • The union membership has exercised patience since 2009, waiting for the government to meet their demands.
  • The Minister of Education, the Labour Minister, and the Accountant General of the federation will attend the meeting on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
  • Dr. Timothy emphasized that the union members are worried and bitter about the government's insincerity over issues concerning Nigerian universities.

Statistics:

  • The number of students in Nigerian universities has far exceeded those admitted in the past, indicating the need for more manpower and academic activities.
  • The ASUU members have been waiting for the government to meet their demands since 2009.
  • The government's treatment of ASUU members, including promotion without necessary financial backup, has heightened tensions between the two parties.

Sources:

  • "ASUU FUL Chairman Warns of Total Strike Over Unmet Demands".

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