Academic Activities Halted as ASUU Begins Indefinite Strike Action

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced a total withdrawal of services following the delay in the payment of its members’ March 2026 salaries and the non-inclusion of the Earned Academic Allowances (EAA).

In a statement addressed to members, the union directed all lecturers to immediately suspend lectures, examinations, and statutory meetings.
According to the statement:
“Dear Comrades,
After following due process, we hereby request all members to abstain from lectures, conduct of exams, and statutory meetings as our salary for the month of March 2026 is yet to be paid despite our patience.
This is in line with extant NEC resolution and our standing congress resolution.
The action takes immediate effect from Wednesday, 8th April 2026, until we are paid.”
ASUU explained that findings from its consultations indicate that the delay is linked to the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, despite claims that university bursaries had completed their part of the salary payment process.
The union expressed concern that its patience was being taken for granted by those responsible, accusing them of undermining industrial harmony.
Members were also instructed to fully comply with the directive, as a strike monitoring team has been set up to ensure adherence.
“Please ensure full compliance as the strike monitoring team of the branch will be activated to monitor compliance.
Solidarity forever.”
The statement was signed by Jurbe Joseph Molwus, Chairperson, and dated April 7, 2026.