The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Kaduna State University (KASU) has announced the suspension of its strike that began on February 18. The decision to halt the action was confirmed in a statement issued by Dr. Peter Adamu, the Chairman of ASUU, KASU chapter, on Monday.
Dr. Adamu stated that the suspension decision was made on Saturday. He mentioned that the government had shown goodwill in resolving the dispute by promptly releasing funds to pay 60 percent of the September 2017 withheld salaries, as well as the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) supervision allowance for five sessions.
He further highlighted that the government had agreed on a payment timeline for the five months of withheld salaries from May to September 2022, along with promotion arrears, Earned Academic Allowance (EAA), pension remittance (from 2009 to 2019), death benefits, and Group Life Assurance.
The union also acknowledged the government’s commitment to implementing wage awards and granting autonomy to the university.
Dr. Adamu extended gratitude to Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State for his swift intervention and leadership in resolving the issues that led to the strike. He also expressed appreciation to the university management, the Commissioners for Education and Sports, and other stakeholders for their roles in facilitating the resolution.
In conclusion, Dr. Adamu urged all academic staff to resume their duties and continue providing essential services to the university community.
