- ASUU and FG meeting adjourned until September 6, 2024, to address ongoing issues regarding university lecturers’ welfare.
- Minister of Education Prof. Tahir Mamman expressed optimism about resolving outstanding grievances.
- ASUU has issued a 21-day ultimatum related to unresolved issues.
- Key demands include improved welfare, university funding, and the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement.
- The upcoming meeting will allow ASUU to communicate outcomes to its members for further action.
Newsypeople – The recent meeting held between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been rescheduled for September 6, 2024.
This decision came after a two-hour discussion focused on addressing significant issues impacting university lecturers, particularly their welfare and the enforcement of previous agreements.
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Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, expressed hope for a resolution, highlighting the necessity for cooperation between the government and ASUU to avert a potential strike.
During the meeting, both parties recognized that many of the grievances have a long-standing history, with some dating as far back as 1981. ASUU has consistently voiced its demands, which include enhanced funding for universities, the resolution of unpaid salaries, and the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement with the government.
The union had previously issued a 21-day ultimatum, warning that failure to resolve these issues could result in a nationwide strike. Prof. Mamman emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing these concerns and announced the establishment of sub-committees to help facilitate this process.
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ASUU President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, stated that the union’s leadership would update its members on the outcomes of the forthcoming meeting, allowing them to determine the next course of action. The discussions were reported to be amicable, with both sides demonstrating a willingness to find a resolution. The Minister has urged ASUU to exercise patience and to maintain an open mind, stressing the importance of adequately representing all parties’ interests in the negotiations.
The matters under discussion extend beyond ASUU’s immediate demands, encompassing broader issues such as the expansion of universities and the management of the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS). The government has recognized the bureaucratic delays in implementing certain directives but remains dedicated to ensuring that universities can operate smoothly and that students can pursue their education without interruption.
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