Dec 2: ASUP to shutdown polytechnics nationwide
The Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Comrade Abubakar J. Abdullah, Kaduna Polytechnic Chapter, has announced that polytechnics across the country will shut down December 2.
This decision comes in response to the Federal Government’s failure to address the union’s pressing demands.
On October 6, 2024, the union had issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, highlighting key issues hindering the polytechnics progress.
He added that the government had failed to address the issues.
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Speaking at a press briefing in Kaduna, the chairman outlined several key demands, which include the prompt release of the second tranche of the NEEDS Assessment Intervention fund, the immediate implementation of the approved 25/35% salary review for all public polytechnics, and the settlement of outstanding arrears.
In addition to these, he emphasised the urgent need for the resolution of decades-long CONTISS-15 migration arrears for lower-level staff, the release of outstanding promotion arrears, adequate funding improvements, and the resolution of unpaid allowances.
“Regrettably, as we passed the deadline of this ultimatum, we are yet to see the necessary actions from the Federal Government to address these pressing demands. The silence and inaction have left us with no option but to consider the possibility of a total shutdown of our institutions, scheduled for December 2nd, 2024, should our concerns remain unaddressed,” he said.
Comrade Abdullahi affirmed that the survival and quality of the educational system hinged upon the government’s responsiveness.
He stated that the union believe that a strong education sector is vital for the future of the nation and cannot afford to compromise on these issues any longer.
He urged the Federal Government to engage in meaningful dialogue with the union and take decisive steps towards resolving these challenges.
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