IBBUL ASUU Suspends Strike, Seeks Salary Implementation

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), has suspended its strike that lasted about one month. This action was taken after negotiations with the Niger State Government regarding the payment of an enhanced salary structure for union members.

ASUU branch chairman Galadima Bala stated that the strike suspension is conditional, not permanent, and aims to honor the Niger State Governor while considering the impact of the strike on students and their families. The decision was made during a congress and is binding on all members, who are urged to prepare to return to their duties.

Although specific conditions for the state government were not disclosed, it was reported that the government has agreed to start implementing the enhanced salary structure, with arrears to be offset in installments. The union expects the commitments made during negotiations to be fulfilled.