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Tension In Varsities: ASUU Threatens Strike Over Decade-Old Agreement
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a strong ultimatum to the federal government, demanding immediate implementation of the 2009 FG/ASUU agreement or risk a nationwide strike.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during a press conference in Abuja on Friday, ASUU President, Dr. Chris Piwuna, voiced the union’s deep frustration over the government’s persistent failure to address nine long-standing issues affecting Nigeria’s public universities.
Among the unresolved matters is the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement, which has remained stagnant since 2017. Piwuna also highlighted grievances such as the non-payment of salaries withheld after the 2022 strike and outstanding entitlements linked to the contentious Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS).
The ASUU leader condemned the federal government’s delay in releasing revitalisation funds and earned academic allowances—despite previous promises. He reminded the government of its commitment to inject N150 billion into the university system and to correct irregular allowance structures by 2026, none of which have materialised.
Piwuna further criticised the neglect faced by ASUU members in state-owned institutions like Kogi State University and Lagos State University, citing cases of victimisation, job insecurity, and denied salaries—all contributing to low staff morale and the worsening condition of tertiary education in the country.
He also raised concerns over increasing political meddling in the appointment of university leadership, pointing to incidents at Nnamdi Azikiwe University and the University of Abuja, where political and financial interests have tainted selection processes.
Calling for a “national rebirth through education,” Piwuna urged the government to convene an education summit to address critical issues such as funding, university autonomy, and staff welfare.
He stressed that education is the foundation for empowering citizens, fostering innovation, and nurturing national values—warning that without substantial investment, Nigeria’s development goals will remain out of reach.
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