The Zamfara State commissioner of Religious Affairs and Chief Imam of Muslims Foundation Jumu’at Mosque in Gusau, the State capital, Dr. Muhammad Tukur Sani Jangebe, has urged the Federal Government to as a matter of fact, address the demands of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
Sheikh Jangebe stated this in Gusau while speaking to newsmen.
He said the strike was seriously affecting the entire teaching and learning system, among students and their lecturers across the country.
He said that the Federal Government should look into negotiating with ASUU and bringing back the children to their respective universities for them to continue with their studies.
He said that it is obvious that teachers are paramount to nation building and it can never be overemphasised. He called on the government to provide a mechanism to boost their morale.
He also called on parents and teachers of various institutions of learning to intensify prayers.