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In a statement by Mr Samuel Olowookere , Deputy Director (Press) in the ministry, Ngige said the meeting would hold shortly after the holidays as requested by the leadership of ASUU. He also dispelled speculations of uncertainty over talks between the Federal Government and the union.  “Engagement of the striking ASUU members is still being handled by ministers of Labour and Employment and the ministers of Education. “Issues of strike by an employee are a labour matter. The Minister of Labour and Employment is, therefore, synergising with his the Ministry of Education to resolve the dispute. “This is normal procedure in government where ministers brief and report to the president or vice-president to streamline efforts and gains in a given assignment,’’ he said.

All branches of ASUU held a congresses meeting on 25th August, across the country over the ongoing strike. and the importance of this meeting is for the lecturers to consider the latest offer(s) by the federal government aimed at resolving the imbroglio. it was gathered that the meeting will discuss whether or not to accept the federal government’s offer. it was confirmed that all the branches are expected to submit their respective reports to the national body who will take a final decision.

ASUU meets today to discuses and draw resolutions to the ongoing ASUU strike. check later for update...