The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has instructed its members to return to work on Monday, December 16, following the expiration of its two-week strike.
Key Points:
1. ASUP declared a two-week definite strike on December 2, 2024, over unresolved trade disputes.
2. A conciliation meeting with the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment led to a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on December 9.
3. The MoU addressed nine pending issues, paving the way for the strike’s suspension.
4. ASUP President Kpanja Shamnah directed members to resume duties on Monday.
ASUP Statement:
“After the conciliation meeting, a new MoU was signed, with a review meeting scheduled for January 23, 2025. We commend our members for their commitment and resilience, hoping the government will diligently resolve the disputes.”
Related Developments:
1. The union may reassess the situation after the January review meeting.
2. ASUP initially threatened an indefinite strike if its demands weren’t met.
Source: Punch
