University of Jos ASUU Explains Reasons Behind Planned Strike, Issues 14-Day Ultimatum to FG
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The University of Jos chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has explained the reasons behind its proposed industrial action, citing the Federal Government’s continued neglect of the union’s longstanding demands.
The explanation came during a meeting convened by the union’s Students Relations Committee on Friday in Jos.
Speaking at the session, Prof. Jurbe Molwus, Chairperson of the chapter, thanked student leaders for providing an avenue for engagement and said the meeting was aimed at sensitizing students and stakeholders on the union’s struggles.
“Let me remind the general public that ASUU is worried it may no longer be able to guarantee the industrial harmony that has been enjoyed over the last two years,” Molwus said.
“No doubt, the federal government is proud of ASUU for sustaining such tempo. But that has been achieved at the detriment of the welfare and wellbeing of our members who have suffered persistent denial of their due entitlements.”
Molwus noted that the decision to embark on strike was reached at ASUU’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on September 28 in Abuja.
He disclosed that the union had issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, expiring on October 13, after which it would commence a two-week warning strike if the issues remained unresolved.
According to him, ASUU’s demands are not self-serving but are geared toward improving the quality and sustainability of Nigeria’s public university system.
Also speaking, the President of the Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the university, Miss Jane Pwajok, commended ASUU for engaging students directly on the matter.
She described the meeting as enlightening and acknowledged the union’s longstanding commitment to improving university education.
However, Pwajok appealed to ASUU to consider alternative means of pressing home its demands rather than resorting to another industrial action, which she said could further disrupt the academic calendar.
