The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Jos branch, has declared a total and indefinite strike over the non-payment of March 2026 salaries and the exclusion of the Earned Academic Allowance (EAA) from staff remuneration.
In a statement on Wednesday, Branch Chairperson Jurbe Molwus directed all members to immediately refrain from lectures, examinations, and statutory meetings, effective Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The action aligns with resolutions of the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) and branch congress.
“After following due process, we hereby request all members to abstain from lectures, the conduct of exams, and statutory meetings, as our March 2026 salaries remain unpaid despite our patience,” the statement read.
ASUU UNIJOS blamed the delay on the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, noting that the university bursary department had completed its part of the payment process.
“From our consultation, the delay is occasioned by the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, as the bursary of the university has done its part,” the union said.
The union warned that prolonged inaction threatens industrial harmony and called on relevant authorities to resolve the matter promptly.
“It seems our patience is being taken for granted by those determined to frustrate industrial harmony,” the statement added.
ASUU also announced that its strike monitoring team would be activated to ensure full compliance with the directive. The strike is expected to significantly disrupt academic activities at the University of Jos if unresolved.
