Students, parents, and concerned citizens are expressing their reactions as the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned of a nationwide strike if the federal government fails to address the stalled renegotiations of the 2009 agreement, unpaid salaries, and funding issues by November 21, 2025.
Zonal coordinators, such as Abdulkadir Muhammad from the Kano Zone and Ikechukwu Igwenyi from the Calabar Zone, have accused the federal government of employing delay tactics and lacking genuine commitment, which is worsening issues like brain drain and infrastructure deficits in public universities that cater to over 2 million students.
Unverified rumors circulating on X (formerly Twitter) about a possible shutdown have heightened anxiety among students and parents, even though no official announcement has been made.
@Dylomo expressed frustration, saying, “why can’t ASUU and the federal government resolve this issue once and for all?
“Why doesn’t ASUU just strike and not return until all their demands are met, even if it takes two years, instead of this ongoing back-and-forth? They seem very unserious to me.”
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@BassyChukwu remarked that “ASUU now strikes as if it’s an annual event because the current government prioritizes luxury cars over education, which is vital for any nation’s growth and development.
“Unfortunately, the same ASUU lecturers will likely engage in election malpractices to support leaders who disregard education in their plans and budgets.”
@thebeardedshina highlighted: “Resident doctors are on strike, joint health workers are on strike, and ASUU is preparing to shut down universities on Friday.
“LAUTECH medical students have been out of school for over 110 days. This is a country that shows no respect for healthcare and education.”
