The federal government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have failed to settle out of court as suggested by the court of appeal in Abuja
On Wednesday, the appellate court asked both parties to opt for an out-of-court settlement in the resolution of the dispute between them.
However, appearing before the court on Thursday, counsel to both parties told the court that the settlement between both parties has failed.
What you should know
- The Court has slated Friday to deliver a ruling on ASUU’s application seeking leave of court to appeal the order of the National Industrial Court made on September 1.
- The National Industrial Court had granted an interlocutory order which ordered ASUU to resume work pending the resolution of their dispute with the government.
- While the federal government is praying the court to dismiss the entire application on grounds of incompetence and jurisdiction, ASUU is urging the court to grant them leave to appeal the judgment.
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