An end to the strike by university lecturers may be in sight as there were strong indications yesterday that they may get a 100 percent increase in salary.
This development follows President Muhammadu Buhari’s decision to wade into the protracted crisis.
He may meet all those involved in the negotiation before resuming talks with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
A source, who spoke in confidence with our correspondent, said the Federal Government and ASUU may reach an amicable agreement in a “short time.”
The source said: “So far, the government may concede to a 100 percent salary increase for the striking lecturers. This is a key part of the ongoing review of the 2009 FG-ASUU agreement.
“The payment of all outstanding allowances will be mutually agreed upon by both parties based on the nation’s economic situation.
The union’s position has been strengthened by the massive support it is getting from critical stakeholders.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) had directed its state councils to mobilize for a protest in support of ASUU next Tuesday and Wednesday.
The Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP) yesterday threatened to shut down the airports in solidarity with the striking lecturers.
