The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi, has commenced an indefinite strike to protest unresolved issues concerning better working conditions.
The announcement was made by Awwal Nuhu, Chairperson of ASUU’s SAZU branch, during a press briefing held after an emergency congress at the Yuli Campus in Bauchi.
Nuhu stated that the union had explored all available avenues for negotiation with the university’s management but failed to receive any positive response.
The strike is aimed at addressing longstanding grievances, including improved welfare packages, adequate funding for facilities, and better teaching conditions.
Nuhu emphasized that the union’s decision was a last resort after numerous attempts to engage constructively with the authorities.
Nuhu said,
“The congress observed that it had exhausted all mechanisms, and all attempts to get the authorities to attend to its demands were fruitless.”
He further highlighted the lack of commitment from both the university administration and the government to address their grievances.
“Therefore, a member of the union moved for a motion for the branch to embark on a total, comprehensive, and indefinite strike action, which was seconded by another member,” Nuhu explained.
According to him, the congress passed a resolution for the strike to begin at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, November 29, 2024. He emphasized that all ASUU members at SAZU are expected to comply with the directive, with all academic activities suspended indefinitely.
“Members are directed to embark on a total, comprehensive, and indefinite strike action until further notice. This implies that activities such as teaching, marking, meetings, accreditation, and any other activities related to academic staff are suspended indefinitely,” he added.
African Gazette reports that the strike is aimed at compelling the university management and relevant authorities to address the union’s demands, which have remained unresolved despite numerous efforts.
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