ASUU Urges Government Action Amidst Rising Hunger And Anarchy Fears

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised alarm over the escalating hunger and looming anarchy in Nigeria, urging the government to take urgent action to address these pressing concerns…..READ ALSO

In a recent development, ASUU convened an emergency press conference in Kano to address the critical issues facing the nation.

Dr. Abdulkadir Muhammad, the coordinator of ASUU’s Kano Zone, expressed deep concern over the prevailing hunger and starvation among the Nigerian populace, warning that the country is gradually sliding into chaos and uncertainty. He pointed out that the government’s adoption of neo-liberal policies from international financial institutions like the IMF and World Bank could exacerbate the situation, pushing the nation further towards anarchy.

During the press conference, Dr. Muhammad emphasized that ASUU would collaborate with civil society organizations and NGOs to compel the government to abandon these detrimental policies. He stressed the importance of using legal means to challenge the implementation of anti-people policies that could plunge the country into turmoil.

Furthermore, ASUU reiterated its call for the faithful implementation of agreements signed with the union, particularly regarding the renegotiation of the Federal Government-ASUU 2009 agreement. The union highlighted the erosion of salaries due to the drastic increase in the exchange rate, underscoring the urgent need for government intervention to address the financial plight of university staff.

In addition to salary concerns, ASUU demanded the immediate payment of withheld salaries and benefits to its members, citing months of arrears. The union also called on the Kaduna State Government to release the withheld salaries of staff at Kaduna State University without delay.

Moreover, ASUU urged the government to review the Nigeria University Commission (NUC) Act to curb the proliferation of universities in the country amid inadequate funding provisions. This move, they argued, would ensure quality education and sustainable development in Nigeria’s higher education sector.

As ASUU continues to advocate for the welfare of university staff and the overall improvement of the education system, their plea underscores the urgent need for decisive government action to mitigate the growing challenges facing the nation.