By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
Public universities across Nigeria face an indefinite closure starting Friday, November 21, 2025, following a strike notice issued by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
The union made the announcement via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, November 18, giving the Federal Government a three-day ultimatum to meet its demands.
According to the statement, the industrial action will proceed if the government fails to address key issues, including fair remuneration and improved working conditions for lecturers.
ASUU also explicitly rejected the government’s proposed 35% salary increase, deeming it inadequate.
“All universities will be closed nationwide till further notice on Friday,” ASUU declared.
This development threatens to disrupt academic activities across the country, potentially throwing millions of students and their families into uncertainty.