GOMBE, NIGERIA — The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Gombe State University branch, has rejected salary arrears paid to members. The union has also threatened a fresh strike action.
The decision was reached on Tuesday during a congress of the union. The meeting was held at the university campus in Gombe.
The Rejection
The union said the salary arrears paid by the state government were incomplete. It said the payment did not reflect the agreed amount.
The union said the government had failed to implement the 2025 agreement. It said the agreement covered salary adjustments and other benefits.
“The payment is inadequate. The government has not fulfilled its promises. We will not accept this,” a union leader said.
Threat of Strike
The union threatened to embark on a fresh strike if the government does not address its demands. It said the strike would commence if the government fails to pay the outstanding arrears.
The union also called for the implementation of other welfare packages. These include earned academic allowances and promotion arrears.
What This Means
The development highlights the ongoing dispute between ASUU and the Gombe State Government. It also underscores the challenges facing the education sector in Nigeria.
The union’s rejection of the salary arrears could lead to a disruption of academic activities. Students may be affected if the strike goes ahead.
What Happens Next
The union will await a response from the government. It said it will take further action if the government fails to address its demands.
For now, the focus is on resolving the dispute. The coming days will reveal whether the government will meet the union’s demands.
