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Aiyedatiwa approves N1.1bn intervention to end AAUA strike
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Aiyedatiwa approves N1.1bn intervention to end AAUA strike

From Vanguard · () English

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  • Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa approved N1.1 billion in special funds for Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA).
  • The funds are intended to cover outstanding staff salaries and resolve the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
  • The approval followed a 72-hour ultimatum issued by the university's Students' Union to the state government.

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved a N1.1 billion Special Intervention Fund for Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA). The financial injection aims to settle outstanding staff salaries and bring an end to the protracted strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).

The governor's decision came swiftly after the AAUA Students' Union issued a 72-hour ultimatum, demanding immediate government intervention to resolve the crisis that has disrupted academic activities. The students' frustration highlights the broader impact of the strike on the university community.

The ASUU strike has paralyzed academic operations at AAUA, leaving students in limbo and affecting the institution's overall functioning. The release of these funds is expected to address the core grievances of the striking staff and pave the way for the resumption of normal academic proceedings.

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