Negotiations between the Federal Government and striking university workers have reached a deadlock, worsening disruptions in public universities across Nigeria.
The strike involves members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), who are protesting unpaid allowances and other welfare issues.
Union leaders said talks with government officials have failed to produce results.
One representative said, “There is no meaningful progress yet,” adding that the unions are still waiting for concrete action from authorities.
The unions insist that their demands must be met before they can return to work.
They said the strike is necessary to address long-standing issues affecting members.
Government officials, however, say discussions are ongoing.
Reports from the government officials involved in the talks said efforts are being made to resolve the crisis, but admitted that both sides have yet to agree on key demands.
The shutdown has forced many universities to suspend activities, leaving students stranded and academic schedules uncertain.
The unions warned that the strike could continue if the situation does not improve.
One official said members are determined to press on until the government shows commitment, stressing that workers “cannot continue to suffer neglect.”
Education stakeholders have expressed concern about the impact on students, especially as the academic calendar faces further disruption.
The standoff highlights ongoing tensions in Nigeria’s university system, where disputes over funding and staff welfare have repeatedly led to strikes.
