The Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnics (SSANIP) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to address unresolved issues affecting its members or risk a nationwide strike.
The warning was contained in a communiqué issued after the union’s 77th General Executive Council (GEC) meeting held at the Audu Bako College of Agriculture, Danbatta, Kano State. The document was signed by SSANIP National President, Comrade Philip Ogunsipe, and National Secretary, Comrade Shehu Gaya.
According to the union, government has failed to honour agreements relating to staff welfare. Outstanding issues include the release of new schemes and conditions of service, constitution of a renegotiation committee for the 2010 agreement, and disbursement of 2023–2025 NEEDS Assessment funds. The union also demanded payment of arrears, including promotion arrears, salary review arrears, wage awards, and full implementation of the new minimum wage.
SSANIP accused government of insincerity and “paying lip service” to the plight of polytechnic staff, warning that if the demands are not met by August 27, 2025, members will be forced to withdraw their services nationwide.
“The union can no longer watch while government treats polytechnic education with levity,” the communiqué stated.
