The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has officially commenced a nationwide strike over the Federal Government’s failure to pay June 2025 salaries. This move follows weeks of tension and an earlier warning by ASUU National President, Chris Piwuna, who stated that the union would adopt a “no pay, no work” policy if salaries were not received on time.
ASUU Strike 2025: What You Need to Know
Despite the union’s clear warning, academic staff in several public universities and polytechnics have reported that they have not received their June salaries. As a result, ASUU chapters across the country have suspended academic activities, leading to widespread disruption in the Nigerian higher education sector.
Universities Already Affected
University of Jos (UNIJOS), Plateau State:
The ASUU branch led by Chairman Jurbe Molwus announced a total withdrawal of services. Lecturers have stopped attending lectures and statutory meetings in line with the National Executive Council (NEC) resolution.
“Our members have abstained from lectures and statutory meetings in accordance with the NEC resolution, which mandates service withdrawal if salaries are not paid by the third day of a new month,” Molwus said.
A strike monitoring team has been activated to ensure compliance.
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi:
ASUU-ATBU Chairman, Angulu Haruna, criticized the Federal Government for what he described as “deliberate negligence” in handling salary disbursements.
“While other government workers are paid on time, universities are treated as afterthoughts,” Haruna stated.
He added that excuses involving a migration from the IPPIS platform are no longer acceptable.
University of Abuja:
Lecturers were absent from classrooms on Monday. According to sources, most staff complied with ASUU’s directive to withdraw services.
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria:
A senior lecturer confirmed that academic staff have agreed to stay away from teaching and meetings until their salaries are paid.
ASUP Joins the Chorus
In a related development, the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has also issued a stern warning to the government. The union has threatened to commence a nationwide strike if polytechnic staff salaries are not paid promptly.
“Failure to meet salary obligations will be met with full industrial action,” ASUP warned in a statement released Sunday night.
What This Means for Students
This strike has already started affecting academic calendars, lectures, and other essential university functions. With the ASUU and ASUP strikes looming large, students and parents are left in a state of uncertainty.
Final Thoughts
The ongoing ASUU strike highlights long-standing issues in Nigeria’s education sector, including salary delays and inadequate funding. As more universities join the strike, the pressure mounts on the Federal Government to act swiftly and resolve the crisis.
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