Education

Lecturers Resume Academic Activities In NSUK Shun Ongoing ASUU Strike

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3 years ago

October 7, 2022

By David Christopher, Lafia

Some lecturers of the Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) have commenced academic activities despite the ongoing strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).

Dr Samuel Alu, ASUU NSUK branch Chairman,Mr Abraham Ekpo, Information and Protocol Officer of the institution and Mr Najeem Gbefwi, NSUK Students Union Government (SUG) confirmed the development to newsmen at the institution in Keffi local government area of the state on Thursday.

Our correspondent also went around the lecture halls and confirmed that lectures took place at the Faculty of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences among others.

Our correspondent also revealed that the resumption of academic activities is in line with the directive of the institution recently issued via a statement calling on students to resume back to school for academic activities but ASUU NSUK branch resisted the move.

The union in the institution vowed to continue with the ongoing strike action by the national body till the federal government and the national body reach an agreement on it’s demands and the strike is called off by the national body.

Speaking on the development, Ekpo described it as a win for all and a return to normalcy for the school, especially students who have patiently for a resolution to the crises that instigated the strike action so they can continue with their studies.

“The information we have is that lectures have started across board but you know this thing is gradual. We have departments that just released their timetable yesterday.

“So it’s natural for attendance during the first week of resumption to be a bit low. I am sure by next week, you will see a large turnout and academic activities will become more regular,” he said.

Also speaking, Gbefwi also confirmed that the school is in session and lectures have commenced in some departments but albeit attendance is still low.

“Lectures have been holding. Students in some departments were even given assignments and they are working on it. So academic activities have commenced and we pray to have a smooth semester.

“Even in the midst of the ASUU strike, a lot of lecturers have shown willingness to teach and to make that sacrifice and that compromise,” he said.

He however affirmed that there was still low turnout of students hence the call for a general congress to be held on Friday to further inform students on the need to resume.

However, ASUU NSUK branch Chairman, Alu who expressed disappointment over the development added that the union in the institution is not surprised or deterred by the actions of the lecturers who have chosen to resume and will continue with the strike action till a logical conclusion is arrived at by the federal government and the national body of the union.

“We met just one person in one of the faculty violating what we had agreed on. So we went further to take note of the strike violator and we are processing his query.

“We are hoping he will get the query before the end of today. We expect him to reply before we process further. That is not to say much is happening.

“I was thinking by today the whole students would have been flooded with students and academic activities would have overtaken the whole system but the campus is still a shadow of itself,” he said.

He reassured that no amount of threat will force members of the union to jettison their resolution and resolve to execute the national strike to a logical conclusion.

“For those who are already lecturing, I understand there were some inducements here and there. I wouldn’t know why any member of the union would want to break the strike. However we are calling on our members to remain resolute,” he said.

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Inclusive Education Boost as Deaf-Tech, Federal University of Lafia Roll Out Master’s in Disability Studies

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1 week ago

September 26, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

In a major step toward advancing inclusive education in Nigeria, Deaf-in-Tech, an initiative of Data-Lead Africa, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) to establish a Professional Master’s Degree in Disability Studies.

The signing ceremony, held at Deaf-in-Tech’s headquarters in Abuja, featured a goodwill message from Prof. Adaka Terfa Ahon, Director of the Centre for Disability Studies, who represented FULAFIA’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shehu Abdul Rahman. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to championing disability and inclusion in its academic innovation and planning.

The new Master’s programme will adopt a hybrid learning model, with online classes complemented by in-person sessions at Deaf-in-Tech’s training facility in Abuja. It is designed to build expertise in disability-inclusive governance, education, and development across sectors.

Executive Director of Deaf-in-Tech and Co-Founder of Data-Lead Africa, Dr. Arowolo Ayoola, described the collaboration as a “structural shift” in how institutions and professionals engage with disability issues. “The inclusion journey must begin with knowledge, and we are proud to partner with a progressive university like FULAFIA,” he said.

Beyond the postgraduate programme, the partnership will also establish a Deaf-in-Tech Club on FULAFIA’s campus — the first of its kind — to empower Deaf students with technology skills, mentorship, and innovation opportunities. Additional initiatives include a ₦1 million academic excellence reward for any Deaf student who graduates with a First Class, as well as the development of a disability-accessible website and digital database for the Centre for Disability Studies, built to WCAG 2.1 global accessibility standards.

The alliance underscores both institutions’ commitment to building inclusive systems and celebrating excellence, while positioning Deaf-in-Tech as a catalyst for bridging the gap between disability and the digital economy.

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