The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced the suspension of its two-week nationwide warning strike, granting the Federal Government a one-month window to meet its outstanding demands.

This decision followed an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the union held on October 21–22, 2025, in Abuja.

The union cited progress made during recent engagements with the government and key interventions from the National Assembly.

ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, who briefed reporters after the meeting, stated that although many issues remain unresolved, the union has resolved to give room for continued dialogue.

“We are suspending this warning strike conditionally for one month to allow the government act decisively. This is not a sign of weakness but a show of responsibility,” Piwuna said.

Background

The union had declared a two-week warning strike on October 13, following the Federal Government’s failure to honour several agreements, particularly the 2009 FGN/ASUU Agreement.

Other key issues raised included withheld salaries, unpaid earned academic allowances, delays in promotion arrears, revitalisation funds for public universities, and protection of university autonomy.

ASUU had also protested the application of the “no work, no pay” policy and alleged victimisation of its members in some universities.

Despite initial tensions, government officials opened fresh negotiations last week, with lawmakers reportedly playing a mediating role.

Next Steps

With the suspension in place, academic activities are expected to resume immediately in public universities across the country.

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However, ASUU warned that failure by the Federal Government to fulfil its commitments within the next 30 days could lead to renewed industrial action—this time without warning.

“Let it be clear: this is a window, not an end to our demands. We expect results, not promises,” the ASUU president added.