The Federal Government and the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) are set to resume negotiations today over the ongoing strike by non-teaching university staff.
The meeting, convened by Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa, ended in deadlock yesterday and was adjourned till 3 pm today for further discussions.
The unions embarked on an indefinite strike on April 30 following the expiration of a one-month ultimatum to the Federal Government over the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement.
They are demanding a 40 per cent salary adjustment, rejecting the government’s proposed 30 per cent increment, which they described as unilateral and not properly negotiated.
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SSANU President Mohammed Ibrahim said the strike is being fully observed nationwide, with administrative offices, clinics, hostels, and finance departments shut down across universities.
“Our demands remain unchanged. We are demanding fairness, equity and proper consideration for our members. The 40 per cent benchmark is the minimum acceptable position for us,” he said.
The industrial action has already disrupted academic activities, forcing the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) to postpone its e-examinations. The school said the exams will be rescheduled until the strike is suspended.
Today’s meeting is expected to determine whether the prolonged impasse will be resolved or the strike will continue.
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