The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a fresh warning of a possible indefinite strike in some state-owned universities over unpaid allowances and poor welfare conditions.
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The threat came from the union’s Calabar Zone after a meeting held on Tuesday, where leaders reviewed the situation across affected institutions.
The zone covers universities in Abia, Akwa Ibom, Ebonyi, and Cross River states, including Abia State University, Akwa Ibom State University, Ebonyi State University, and the University of Cross River State.
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In a statement on Tuesday signed by the Zonal Coordinator, Ikechuku Igwenyi, the union said it could no longer guarantee peace in the affected schools.
It warned that continued neglect of agreements and welfare issues may lead to a “total, comprehensive and indefinite industrial action.”
The union said most of the universities have failed to implement key parts of the 2009 agreement signed with the Federal Government. It added that only partial compliance has been recorded at the University of Cross River
State.
ASUU listed several unresolved issues, including non-payment of earned academic allowances and failure to implement the 25 to 35 per cent wage award.
It also raised concerns over delays in salary payments, which it said have caused serious hardship for lecturers.
According to the union, some university authorities have deducted funds meant for pensions, cooperative savings, and union dues but failed to remit them
The statement cited the University of Cross River State as an example, alleging that deductions running into months have not been paid.
The union said rising inflation has worsened the situation which has left many lecturers struggling to meet basic needs such as rent, medical bills, and school fees.
It stated that the current conditions are no longer sustainable for members.
ASUU called on both federal and state governments to act quickly to prevent a shutdown of academic activities in the affected institutions
It also urged parents, students, and other stakeholders to hold the relevant authorities responsible if the situation leads to a strike.
The warning adds to growing tension in Nigeria’s university system, where disputes over funding, salaries, and working conditions have remained unresolved for years.
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