Why do strikes keep interrupting university education, and what will you do about it?
I want to see an end to these strikes. My plan is to give public universities genuine financial and administrative autonomy, set up sustainable university endowment funds, and honor all signed labor agreements. This is how we will keep students in class and protect the academic calendar.
Where this comes from
p. 6 Introduction Atiku Abubakar: Answers to questions from the public 2026-10-02 ›
Q31: Why do Nigerian universities continue to experience strikes, and what will you do to prevent students from repeatedly losing academic time? Answer: To end ASUU strikes, I propose granting genuine financial and administrative autonomy to public universities, I will set up sustainable university endowment funds, and honoring all signed labor agreements. Q32: How will you ensure children in underserved communities gain access to computers, digital skills and the education required for the modern economy? Answer: My policy integrates digital literacy into the primary school curriculum and builds solar- powered ICT laboratories in public schools through partnerships with private technology companies. Q33: How will you make education inclusive for children with disabilities and other children who need additional support?