FG Signs And Unveils New Agreement With ASUU

The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a new agreement meant to strengthen Nigeria’s university system and promote lasting stability.

The agreement was formally signed and presented on Wednesday at the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Conference Hall in Maitama, Abuja.

Top government officials were present at the event, including the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad.

Speaking at the event, ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, said the union remains hopeful, even though past dealings with the Federal Government have often ended in disappointment.

He noted that ASUU expects the government to fully carry out the terms of the agreement without the need for threats of industrial action.

“We are optimistic that the government will implement this agreement in totality, but pessimism still exists because of our history,” Prof Piwuna said.

“It is our belief that Dr. Tunji Alausa will be different, and that our union will not need to issue a strike threat before any part of this agreement is implemented. As you always say, you are open and accessible; ASUU is also open and accessible.”

This comes three months after the ASUU called off its two-week warning strike, giving the Federal Government one month to meet its outstanding demands.