The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has confirmed its decision to proceed on a two-week warning strike to press for the Federal Government’s fulfilment of long-standing commitments.
ASUU President, Professor Chris Piwuna, announced the strike at a news conference in Abuja, directing members nationwide to withdraw their services from midnight.
According to Piwuna, discussions with officials last week yielded no meaningful progress despite the end of an ultimatum on 28th September.
He said: “It goes without saying that there is nothing sufficient on ground to stop the implementation of ASUU-NEC’s resolution to embark on a two-week warning strike at the expiry of the 14 days notice given on 28th September, 2025.
“Consequently, all branches of ASUU are hereby directed to withdraw their services with effect from midnight (12.01a.m.) on Monday, 13th October, 2025. The warning strike shall be total and comprehensive as agreed at the last NEC meeting,” Piwuna stated.
ASUU’s demands include full implementation of the 2009 agreement, sustainable university funding, and an end to alleged victimisation of members at certain institutions.
Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa had earlier appealed to the union to suspend its plans, insisting that President Tinubu’s administration remains committed to resolving the issues.
