The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Nigeria is preparing for a potential strike, mobilizing its members nationwide in response to the federal government's failure to address the union's demands. The union has been at loggerheads with the government over issues such as funding for universities, payment of earned allowances, and the implementation of the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS).

               ASUU has been engaging in negotiations with the government since 2019, but the talks have yielded little progress. The union has accused the government of reneging on its promises, leaving them with no choice but to consider industrial action. The potential strike has generated concerns among students, parents, and other stakeholders, who are worried about the potential disruption of academic activities.

               The union's preparations for a strike come on the heels of a series of meetings with its chapters across the country. ASUU's National Executive Council (NEC) has directed its members to embark on a strike alert, which may lead to a full-blown strike if the government fails to address their demands. The union has also set up a strike committee to coordinate the mobilization of its members nationwide.

               ASUU's demands include the payment of earned allowances, which it claims has been outstanding for several years. The union is also seeking the implementation of the 2009 agreement it signed with the government, which includes the provision of funding for universities and the payment of earned allowances. Furthermore, ASUU is opposed to the IPPIS, which it claims has led to the short payment of salaries and the non-payment of allowances.

               The potential strike has generated reactions from various quarters, with students and parents expressing concerns about the potential disruption of academic activities. However, ASUU has assured that the strike is aimed at saving the nation's public universities and ensuring the quality of education. The union has also received support from other labor unions, which have pledged to join the strike if it becomes necessary.

               In conclusion, the Nigerian Lecturers' Union, ASUU, is preparing for a potential strike, mobilizing its members nationwide in response to the federal government's failure to address the union's demands. The union's demands include the payment of earned allowances, the implementation of the 2009 agreement, and the non-implementation of the IPPIS. While the potential strike has generated concerns among stakeholders, ASUU has assured that the strike is aimed at saving the nation's public universities and ensuring the quality of education.