The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of NASU and SSANU has temporarily suspended its strike in Nigerian universities, effective November 5.
General Secretary of NASU, Mr Peters Adeyemi announced this in a press statement jointly signed by Mr Mohammed Ibrahim, President of SSANU on Sunday in Abuja.
The unions, representing non-academic staff, began their strike on October 28, demanding four months of unpaid salaries and resolution of other issues.
Following intense negotiations with the Federal Government, the unions reached an agreement to resume work for one month while commitments are met.
NASU General Secretary, Peters Adeyemi, revealed that the government has promised to pay two months’ salaries in phases, with the first installment already disbursed in October and the next due by November’s end.
JAC’s decision to pause the strike reflects the government’s initial response, spurred by efforts from the Minister of Education and Department of State Services.
Union leaders will convene on campuses to discuss progress, while other demands—including N50 billion in Earned Allowances and a Wage Award—are under review.
