The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Universities (NASU) have announced plans to commence a nationwide protest tomorrow.
The unions, comprising thousands of university workers across Nigeria, have declared their intent to amplify their grievances through coordinated demonstrations.
The decision, reached after extensive deliberations among union leaders, highlights a collective dissatisfaction with the federal government’s handling of critical issues affecting university staff. Paramount among their concerns are alleged neglect of their welfare, unpaid allowances, and inadequate funding of universities.
In a press release issued earlier today, SSANU and NASU underscored their commitment to initiating industrial action as a last resort to compel the government to address their demands.
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“Our members across the country met in their various branches today and we will hit the ground running from tomorrow,” remarked one union official, in an interview with Channels TV.
The impending protest is expected to paralyze academic and administrative activities in universities nationwide, potentially affecting student registration, examinations, and general operations. Sources within the union suggest that the action will be comprehensive and targeted, aiming to garner public support while exerting pressure on government authorities.
Consequently, stakeholders within the educational sector, including university administrators and students, have been advised to brace for the impact of the protest. Concerns over potential disruptions to the academic calendar loom large, with fears that prolonged industrial action could exacerbate existing challenges within the Nigerian higher education system.
In response to queries regarding the government’s stance on the impending protest, officials have remained tight-lipped, prompting speculation about the feasibility of swift resolution and potential ramifications for ongoing negotiations.
With tensions escalating and expectations mounting, all eyes are now fixed on tomorrow’s nationwide protest as SSANU and NASU prepare to make their voices heard.
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