ASUU vows to resist UK’s Coventry University campus plan in Nigeria
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has rejected plans to allow a UK university to establish a campus in Nigeria. Union president Chris Piwuna made this known during a public lecture in Bauchi State, saying the move will harm Nigeria’s education system. He explained that the agreement was part of a deal signed during President […]
FUTMINNA Bosso Campus: Tension heightens as students, staff oppose Niger Govt takeover
Tension is rising at the Federal University of Technology Minna (FUTMINNA) as students and staff oppose plans by the Niger State government to take control of the Bosso Campus. The dispute began after the state asked the university to vacate the property, claiming a long-standing lease had expired. The move has created uncertainty on campus, […]
Mismanagement of funds, governance weaknesses undermining Nigerian universities – ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed deep concern over the declining state of Nigerian universities, attributing the problem to poor governance and mismanagement of funds. According to the union, these challenges are weakening the quality of education and affecting the overall performance of tertiary institutions. ASUU noted that irregular allocation of funds, […]
FG, ASUU sign MoU on salary increase, improved allowances
The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement a 40 percent salary increase and enhanced allowances for university lecturers. The agreement was unveiled during a formal ceremony attended by top education officials. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, explained that the 40 […]
Contempt for professors’ – Withdraw comments, quit as NOUN Pro-Chancellor – ASUU tells Isa Yuguda
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has asked the Pro-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Isa Yuguda, to withdraw comments it described as disrespectful to professors and university teachers. The union said the remarks showed “contempt” for academics and could damage the image and independence of the university system. ASUU leaders […]
ASUU demands Yuguda’s removal as NOUN Council Chair over ATBU conversion comments
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called for the removal of former Bauchi State governor, Isa Yuguda, as Chairman of the Governing Council of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). The demand follows comments credited to Yuguda in which he allegedly suggested converting Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, into a distance-learning […]
FG’s policies impeding academic freedom – ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised concerns over federal government policies, claiming they are restricting academic freedom in Nigerian universities. The union argues that regulations on curriculum control, funding, and staff appointments are limiting the ability of educators to teach and conduct research independently. ASUU emphasized that academic freedom is crucial for […]
Strike: ASUU to hold strategic NEC meeting as action enters week two
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is set to hold a crucial National Executive Council (NEC) meeting today, Tuesday, to review its ongoing strike and determine its next steps. The meeting follows the government’s latest negotiation effort, which included new offers presented by the Renegotiation Team led by Alhaji Yayale Ahmed. According to ASUU’s […]
NANS Denies Involvement In #FreeNnamdiKanu Protest
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has distanced itself from a proposed #FreeNnamdiKanu protest, allegedly being organized by activist Omoyele Sowore and his associates. In a press conference held at the Federal Cooperative College, Ibadan, NANS President Olushola Oladoja clarified that the association has no link to the planned demonstration and warned students not […]
Strike: NANS gives Nigerian govt, ASUU seven days to resolve dispute
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a strong warning to the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), giving both parties seven days to resolve their ongoing dispute or risk a nationwide student protest. The association said another strike action would be unacceptable to Nigerian students who have already […]