The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has announced plans to commence a nationwide strike if the federal government fails to address its long-standing grievances. The union issued a 15-day ultimatum, starting from Monday, October 7, 2024, warning that polytechnics across the country will be shut down if their demands are not met by the […]
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Polytechnic lecturers Threaten Strike Over ₦35,000 Wage Award, Other Issues
Polytechnic lecturers are threatening to go on strike over the non-payment of the ₦35,000 wage award approved for public sector workers, among other grievances. The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has called on the federal government to fulfill its commitment to avoid industrial action. Shammah Kpanja, the President of ASUP, expressed the frustration of […]
Fund Education, Meet Pending Demands, ASUU, ASUP Tell Tinubu
University and polytechnic workers have tasked President Bola Tinubu to fund education and meet their pending demands. Over the years, the three unions including the Academic Staff Union of Universities, the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, and the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics alleged that the federal government did not meet their demands. Speaking […]
Ngige Hails ASUP For Ending Strike, Says ASUU, Others Should Emulate Them
The Federal Government has commended the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) for calling off its warning strike and resuming duties. The Government also lauded the union for acknowledging the efforts of the Federal Government towards the resolution of the challenges facing polytechnic education in the country. The Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris […]