ASUU Yobe insists strike will not end until state addresses all pending demands in full.
Union cites unpaid arrears, promotion issues, and minimum wage backlog as key reasons for action.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Yobe State University chapter, has declared that its ongoing strike action will continue until all outstanding demands are comprehensively addressed by the state government. The state government comprehensively addresses all outstanding demands.
In a statement issued on Monday, the union’s chairman, Ahmed Karage, confirmed that the industrial action, initially launched on July 11, has not been suspended despite recent steps taken by the state government, including the implementation of the ₦70,000 minimum wage adjustment in July.
According to the union, several critical issues remain unresolved. These include the full implementation of staff promotions as previously approved by the university council, as well as the payment of promotion arrears spanning from 2018 to 2025.
“The strike would only end when the union signs a proper agreement with the state government,” Karage stated.
The union is also demanding the payment of arrears related to the new minimum wage adjustment from 2019 through 2024. In addition, it highlighted unpaid salary awards ranging from 35% to 25% for academic staff, including professors, covering the period from 2023 to 2025.
Another central sticking point is the non-payment of backlogged arrears associated with the recently approved ₦70,000 minimum wage from January 2024 to June 2025.
ASUU Yobe called on the public to remain understanding, emphasizing that the union’s demands are rooted in fairness, equity, and the welfare of its members. It assured students and parents that the strike would be suspended once a formal agreement was reached and all outstanding entitlements had been met.
The prolonged strike has disrupted academic activities at Yobe State University, with students left uncertain about when lectures will resume. Stakeholders have urged both parties to return to the negotiation table to find a lasting resolution and avoid further academic setbacks.
