The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reaffirmed its resolve to commence a two-week nationwide warning strike if the Federal Government fails to meet its demands by October 13, 2025.
The planned industrial action follows the expiration of a two-week ultimatum issued by the union last week, urging the government to address longstanding issues, including the signing and implementation of the renegotiated 2009 ASUU-FGN Agreement.
ASUU President, Chris Piwuna, made this clear on Monday during an Orientation and Leadership Training themed “Understanding the Principles of the Union” at the Niger Delta University (NDU) Branch in Amassoma, Bayelsa State.
Piwuna said the union’s position on the warning strike remains unchanged unless the government acts swiftly. “The warning strike has been issued, and we are not meeting to discuss that again as a union because our position has been taken. By midnight of Monday, we will embark on a two-week warning strike, after which we will meet to decide on an indefinite and comprehensive strike,” he stated.
He lamented that the government has failed to honor its promises despite years of negotiation. “The issues still remain the same — the re-negotiation of our 2009 agreement has dragged on for too long. We have given the government enough time. They promised to get back to us within three weeks but never did. Nigerians should understand that it is always the government’s inaction that pushes us to this point,” Piwuna said.
On the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Piwuna criticized the initiative, arguing that loans are unsuitable in an economy where unemployment and poverty remain widespread. “We told the government we do not support loans in such a depressed economy. Where are the jobs that will enable graduates to repay? If the money is meant to support education, it should be given as grants, not loans,” he added.
He also questioned NELFUND’s financial management, expressing concern that the agency reportedly spent N14 billion on personnel within its first year despite having fewer than 100 staff members.
ASUU National Financial Secretary, Happiness Uduk, also addressed members, emphasizing that ASUU remains a union of intellectuals guided by integrity, transparency, and accountability.
Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Delta State, Ezekiel Agbalagba, urged members to uphold the principles of ASUU as laid out by former union president Festus Iyayi, stressing that unity and understanding among members would enhance the quality of education.
Vice Chancellor of Niger Delta University, Allen Agih, commended the organizers for the training, urging that such sessions be held more frequently to strengthen the union’s capacity.
Earlier, ASUU NDU Branch Chairperson, Lucky Bebeteidoh, appreciated the national leadership for attending the event and thanked members for their commitment and active participation.
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