ASUU Bars Officials From Endorsing 2027 Candidates in Union’s Name

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has barred its officials from using the union’s name or platform to endorse candidates or political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, News About Nigeria reports.

ASUU President Prof. Christopher Piwuna announced the position at the union’s Heroes’ Day celebration in Abuja on Thursday.

He said ASUU would remain politically neutral across all levels of the election and warned that officials whose conduct compromised that position could face disciplinary action.

Piwuna said lecturers remained free to vote and take part in the electoral process.

The restriction applies when members use the organisation’s name or platform to promote a candidate or present their personal preference as the union’s position.

Minister of State for Education Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad also spoke at the event.

She acknowledged ASUU’s advocacy for better university funding and working conditions and said the renegotiated agreement between the Federal Government and the union was intended to address university workers’ concerns and improve industrial relations.