ASUU Gives Strike Ultimatum to Government Over Funding and Arrears

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) issued a strike ultimatum to the federal government, listing seven demands related to sustainable funding for public universities and resolving outstanding salary and promotion arrears. The union's national president, Chris Piwuna, highlighted issues at various universities, including alleged victimization of ASUU members.

ASUU emphasized the need for improved funding and conditions of service to enhance the quality of education in Nigeria. The ultimatum follows a history of strikes in public universities, signaling ongoing challenges in the education sector.