ASUU calls off 52-day industrial action at MOAUM following agreement with state government and school administration

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By Peter Duru, Makurdi

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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM) branch, has suspended its 52-day industrial action following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Benue State Government and the university management.

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The lecturers commenced the strike on June 1, 2026, over the non-payment of outstanding entitlements, promotion arrears and other welfare-related concerns.

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In a statement on Wednesday, Chairman of ASUU-MOAUM, Dr. Ako Sule, said the decision to suspend the strike was approved by the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) after negotiations between the three parties resulted in a tripartite agreement.

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Sule said the suspension took immediate effect, adding that the MoU demonstrated the commitment of the union, the state government and the university administration to resolving the issues that led to the industrial action through dialogue and mutual understanding.

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“The decision to suspend the industrial action became necessary following the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding arising from a tripartite agreement involving the Union, the Benue State Government and the University Administration,” he stated.

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He said having shown good faith and made sacrifices in the interest of the university community, ASUU expected the government and the institution’s management to implement all provisions of the agreement.

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“The Union expects the government and the University Administration to faithfully implement the terms of the MoU and respect the principles and rules of collective bargaining. Sustained industrial harmony can only be achieved when agreements freely entered into are honoured promptly and in good faith,” Sule added.

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The ASUU chairman directed all academic staff of the university to resume duties immediately and continue their responsibilities diligently.

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He appreciated members of the union, students, parents and the public for their patience and support during the period of the strike, assuring that ASUU remained committed to protecting the welfare of its members while promoting the development of the university through constructive engagement.

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