The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced a two-week warning strike today after its 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government expired on Sunday. ASUU National President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, announced the decision during a press briefing at the University of Abuja, saying the strike would be “total and comprehensive” due to the government’s failure to meet key demands, including the conclusion of the 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement, release of withheld salaries, and improved funding for public universities. The Federal Government’s last-minute proposal was reportedly rejected by the union, which described it as inconsistent with previous negotiations.
In response, the Federal Government appealed to ASUU to reconsider its action, warning that the “no work, no pay” policy remains in effect. Education Minister, Dr. Tunji Alausa, said the government had released ₦50 billion for Earned Academic Allowances and earmarked ₦150 billion in the 2025 budget for university needs. Meanwhile, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged both parties to resume dialogue to avoid further disruption to the academic calendar. In a related development, the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics granted the government six weeks to address its own demands after reporting progress in ongoing negotiations.
