The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is holding a crucial meeting today, Thursday, in Abuja, sparking growing anxiety among students and the academic community over the possibility of another nationwide strike.
This gathering follows a series of warnings issued to the Federal Government over unmet demands, with ASUU threatening to shut down universities if their grievances are not addressed.
On September 24, the union issued a 14-day ultimatum to the government, building on a previous 21-day notice issued on August 18. The union’s demands remain unresolved, creating a tense atmosphere across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
During today’s meeting, ASUU is expected to deliver a “State of the Nation” address, which could provide insights into the union’s next steps. With uncertainty looming, students across the country are apprehensive about the prospect of another disruptive strike action.
The education sector has been under immense pressure, and a potential shutdown could exacerbate the challenges facing the nation’s academic system.
