The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the University of Jos (UniJos) has announced an indefinite strike over delayed payment of March 2026 salaries and the non-payment of the Earned Academic Allowance (EAA).
The decision was made public on Wednesday by the branch chairperson, Prof. Jurbe Joseph Molwus, stating that the strike takes effect from April 8, 2026.
In a statement, Molwus said, “Dear comrades, after following due process, we hereby request all members to abstain from lectures, examinations, and statutory meetings as our salary for March 2026 remains unpaid despite our patience. This action is in line with the extant NEC resolution and our standing congress resolution and takes immediate effect from today, April 8, 2026, until our salaries are paid.”
He further attributed the delay to the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, adding that the university’s bursary had fulfilled its obligations in the salary disbursement 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 in the process of salary payment,” Molwus explained.
The union warned that its patience was being tested and cautioned that prolonged delays could threaten industrial harmony.
ASUU also urged members to comply fully with the strike directive and confirmed the activation of a strike monitoring team to ensure adherence.
