Details have emerged from Wednesday’s closed-door meeting between representatives of the Federal Government (FG) and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Eko Hot Blog reports that the meeting commenced at approximately 4:30 PM at the Education Ministry headquarters in Abuja. After over two hours of deliberations, both parties agreed to settle their differences peacefully … Read more
The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU have reached an agreement to amicably resolve all contentious issues and prevent the planned strike. Eko Hot Blog reports that the parties also agreed to kick-start a communication process to avert the planned industrial actions by the union. This agreement was arrived at a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution Governing councils and boards of federal universities in a bid to avert fresh industrial action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities. This was made known in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Office of the Secretary to the Government … Read more
ASUU, Calabar Zone, criticizes the Federal Government’s student loan, calling it a scheme to indebt Nigerian students. The student loan program started last Friday, with 3,764 applications from 126 institutions on the first day. ASUU’s Dr. Happiness Uduk highlights the irony of former scholarship beneficiaries now promoting student loans. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic … Read more
ASUU plans to proceed with a strike unless the federal government meets its demands within the issued ultimatum. The union rejects the government’s ‘no work, no pay’ threat. The Lagos zone coordinator, Prof. Adelaja Odukoya, emphasized the need for the government to act quickly to prevent the strike. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic Staff … Read more
FG Moves To Reconstitute University Councils Amid ASUU Ultimatum. Education Minister Tahir Mamman set up a panel to finalize the list for new councils. Announcement follows ASUU’s two-week ultimatum to reconstitute federal university councils. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Chris Maiyaki, announced on Wednesday that the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to embark on a fresh nationwide strike action except the government responds to its demands. The president of ASUU, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, issued the warning at a press conference on Tuesday at the ASUU national headquarters in Abuja. He blamed the … Read more
Discord among UniAbuja ASUU members over strike decision Anti-strike faction accuses leadership of serving personal interests Calls for transparency and adherence to democratic processes Eko Hot Blog reports that a rift has emerged within the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola Tinubu’s Exemplary … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a lecturer at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Mfonobong Udoudom, has been suspended by the university management following his alleged harassment of a female student, which was captured in a viral video. The lecturer, reportedly from the General Studies division, was captured in his office wearing only boxers with … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, appointed the management team of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, made this known in a statement in Abuja. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Earthquake Rocks New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Others Bobrisky Found Guilty … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said university lectures have remained on same salary structure for 15 years. The union said the development was caused by the failure of the Federal Government to implement the agreements it reached with the university teacher in the past decade and a half. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Akure Zone has blamed poor funding of education for contributing to the rising wave of violent crimes, especially kidnapping, in the country. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft Carrying Wigwe, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) that their welfare would be adequately taken care of to prevent them from frequenting strike actions to press home their demands. The president who was represented by the director, University Education of the Federal Ministry of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities has accused the Nigerian government of inflicting hardship on lecturers and students. Speaking on Friday at a press conference organised at the University of Lagos by the Lagos Zone of the union, the Zonal Coordinator, Prof Adelaja Odukoya, explained that it was imperative to update … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Abuja zone, has revealed the unfortunate passing of some of its members due to economic hardship, inadequate remuneration, and unfavorable working conditions. Salahu Muhammed, the 1st zonal coordinator of ASUU Abuja zone, shared this information during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government has commenced the payment of the withheld salaries of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Gbolahan Bolarin, ASUU chairperson, Federal University of Technology, Minna confirmed the development where he said, “Yes, it is true. Payment has started rolling in.” Recall that President Bola Tinubu in October … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have disagreed with the assertion by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) that Federal Government’s student loan scheme would keep the beneficiaries perpetually indebted. ASUU had also argued after its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Yenagoa, Bayelsa that the initiative would … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has criticized the proposed education loan scheme, stating that it will leave students in inescapable debt. This online media reports that ASUU, following its National Executive Council meeting at the Niger Delta University in Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, expressed dismay on Thursday over reports … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed concern about the President Bola Tinubu-led administration’s failure to resolve the persisting issues that prompted the union to go on strike last year. This online media platform gathered that the union’s National President, Emmanuel Osodeke, expressed displeasure with the government while addressing … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Benue State University branch (ASUU-BSU), has declared an indefinite strike. This is to address longstanding issues related to better conditions of service. Editor’s Picks Super Eagles Defeat Angola, Secure AFCON Semi Final Ticket PDP Appoints Ajisafe As National Vice Chairman JUST IN: Super Eagles … Read more