The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Kaduna State University (KASU) has called off the strike that began on February 18.
This decision, confirmed by ASUU KASU chairman Dr. Peter Adamu, follows a series of positive developments from the state government.
In a statement released on Monday, Dr. Adamu explained that the suspension of the strike came after the government released funds to pay 60% of the withheld September 2017 salaries and SIWES supervision allowances for five sessions.
The government also agreed on a timeline for settling outstanding salaries from May to September 2022, promotion arrears, Earned Academic Allowance (EAA), pension remittances from 2009 to 2019, death benefits, and group life assurance.
“The government demonstrated goodwill in resolving the impasse,” Dr. Adamu stated, adding that the commitment to implementing wage awards and granting the university autonomy was also key in the union’s decision to suspend the strike.
The union thanked Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State for his leadership in swiftly addressing the issue, and the university management, along with stakeholders, for their roles in bringing about a quick resolution.
Academic staff have been urged to resume their duties promptly.