Always embrace dialogue not strike, Etsu Nupe urges poly lecturers
By Mohammed Baba Busu
Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, has urged lecturers to always embrace dialogue in pursuing their demands with government rather than strike action.
This, he said, was in the interest of the education sector and for the overall development of the country.
The first class traditional ruler made the call during 2nd International Hybrid Conference of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics Federal Polytechnic Bida Chapter ( ASUP-BD)
Alhaji Abubakar, who was represented by Alhaji Abdullahi Umaru Babannachi, Gafakan Nupe, said that strike actions in the past had affected the standard of education and lives negatively, hence the need of his call in that direction.
“Let us distance ourselves from any form of conflict and instead focus on collaborative efforts that will promote academic excellence and personal growth that this institution is known for.
“If issues arise, let us seek dialogue and resolution through established channels with the Chairman, Governing Council in order to avoid actions that may disrupt the academic calendar, such as the recent one-week strike action,” he urged.
The Etsu Nupe also noted that the theme of this year conference is timely and crucial for today’s technological advancement.
“And therefore I want to commend the organizers for the conference. As we gather here today, we recognise the transformative power and technology.
“In doing this, I wish to emphasise the importance of maintaining a peaceful and conducive environment within our institution,” he
The traditional ruler wished them a successful conference.
