The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Jos branch, has suspended its withdrawal of services following the payment of March 2026 salaries to its members.
The decision comes barely two days after the union directed its members to down tools over delays in salary payments and the non-inclusion of the Earned Academic Allowance (EAA).
In a statement signed by the branch chairperson, Jurbe Molwus, the union said it received confirmation of payment shortly after the industrial action began.
“We received information that the university administration got clearance from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation for the payment of March salaries some hours after our withdrawal of service on April 8, 2026,” the statement read.
ASUU confirmed that most members have now been paid, prompting the suspension of the action.
“After careful evaluation, we have confirmed the payment of March 2026 salaries, as the majority of our members have received alerts based on reports from various faculties,” Molwus stated.
However, the union expressed concern over the continued exclusion of the Earned Academic Allowance from the payments.
“We note with concern that the EAA component has still not been included in the March 2026 salary payment,” it said.
The union urged the Federal Government to urgently address the issue and fully implement existing agreements with ASUU.
“We call on the Federal Government to provide the funds required for the complete implementation of the FGN–ASUU 2025 Agreement to guarantee lasting industrial harmony,” Molwus said.
ASUU directed its members to resume academic activities immediately, including lectures, examinations, and statutory meetings, while discussions continue.
“Consequently, all members are requested to resume lectures, conduct examinations and statutory meetings immediately as we continue to push for the inclusion of EAA in our salaries,” he added.
The union, however, warned that failure to resolve outstanding issues could trigger another withdrawal of services.
“We sincerely hope the Federal Government will take proactive steps to prevent another disruption of academic activities at the end of April and in subsequent months,” Molwus warned.
