ASURI refutes claims of stalled activities at FIIRO due to Abuja relocation
The Academic Staff Union of Research Institutes (ASURI), Federal Institute of Industrial Research Oshodi (FIIRO) branch, has strongly refuted recent claims that activities at the institute have been stalled due to the relocation of its headquarters to Abuja.
In a statement released by ASURI FIIRO branch, the union addressed a recent publication by a news media platform titled “FIIRO activities stalled over alleged Abuja relocation” published on Sunday, September 15, 2024.
Dr. Ahmed Aroke, ASURI FIIRO branch chairman, stated, “We categorically deny these allegations.
“The DG/CEO and Management of FIIRO are enjoying maximum and absolute support of the majority of staff, who are doing their best to make the Institute deliver on its mandates to Nigerians.”
The union challenged several points made in the news media article, including claims about lack of activity during a journalist’s visit.
“The journalist visited during our scheduled seminar period when researchers present progress reports. This is a vital part of our operations, not a sign of inactivity,” ASURI branch executives explained.
Addressing concerns about power supply, the union highlighted recent improvements.
“Prior to Dr. Jummai Tutuwa becoming DG/CEO in May 2022, there was no solar power supply in the Institute. Today, 60% of FIIRO facilities can boast of 24-hour power supply from solar sources,” the statement read.
The union also praised Dr. Tutuwa’s efforts in securing a legal instrument backing FIIRO’s establishment, which had been lacking since 1956.
“Instead of commending her efforts and achievement on this, she is being persecuted by some ill-motivated staff,” ASURI branch executives remarked.
Regarding the relocation of FIIRO’s corporate headquarters to Abuja, the union explained this was part of a long-standing directive for federal agencies.
“This move allows for better coordination of our zonal centers across the six geopolitical zones,” the statement clarified.
ASURI FIIRO branch concluded by urging staff to support Dr. Tutuwa’s leadership.
“This current DG/CEO is the best chief executive FIIRO has ever had. We enjoin every staff to give peace a chance and cooperate with the DG/CEO FIIRO to concentrate on her unwavering efforts to put the Institute back on a progressive trajectory,” the statement concluded.
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