The University of Jos chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced a total and indefinite withdrawal of services, citing the non-payment of March 2026 salaries and the exclusion of the Earned Academic Allowance (EAA) from staff remuneration.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, the Branch Chairperson, Jurbe Molwus, directed all members of the union to immediately suspend academic and official activities, including lectures, examinations, and statutory meetings.
The decision, according to the union, aligns with resolutions reached by ASUU’s National Executive Council (NEC) and ratified at the branch congress.
The union explained that the action followed what it described as prolonged patience by its members despite persistent delays in salary payments.
“After following due process, we hereby request all members to abstain from lectures, the conduct of exams, and statutory meetings, as our salary for the month of March 2026 is yet to be paid despite our patience,” the statement read.
ASUU further attributed the delay in salary disbursement to the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, noting that the University of Jos bursary department had completed its responsibilities in the payment process.
“From our consultation, the delay is occasioned by the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, as the bursary of the university has done its part,” the statement added.
The development raises fresh concerns about disruptions to the academic calendar at the institution, as students and stakeholders await further updates on the resolution of the impasse.
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