The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Lagos chapter, has directed its members to embark on an *indefinite strike action* beginning *Wednesday, March 11, 2026*.
The decision was reached during an emergency congress of the union where members expressed serious concerns about *unexplained deductions in their January and February salaries*. According to the union, the issue has generated widespread dissatisfaction among lecturers and has prompted the need for immediate action.
Reasons for the Strike
The union explained that the strike became necessary following what it described as *salary shortfalls and unpaid allowances* owed to academic staff. Members reportedly complained that their salaries for the first two months of the year were not fully paid, with some portions deducted without proper explanation.
In addition to the salary issues, the union also raised concerns about *withheld entitlements and outstanding allowances* that have not yet been settled.
According to the statement released after the congress, the strike will continue *until all outstanding salary balances and entitlements are fully paid*.
Unpaid Academic Allowances
The Academic Staff Union of Universities at University of Lagos also alleged that several academic allowances have not been paid to lecturers across different campuses of the university.
Specifically, the union stated that lecturers on the *Akoka campus* are yet to receive their *Earned Academic Allowance (EAA)*. Meanwhile, academic staff at the *Idi-Araba campus* are reportedly owed both the *Earned Academic Allowance (EAA)* and the *Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA)*.
These allowances are considered important welfare components meant to support the teaching, research, and professional responsibilities of university lecturers.
University Management Reacts
In response to the development, the management of University of Lagos confirmed that discussions are currently ongoing regarding the issues raised by the union.
University authorities indicated that an *official statement will be released after the conclusion of an ongoing management meeting* addressing the situation.
The management’s response is expected to provide clarification on the salary deductions and outline steps being taken to resolve the matter.
Impact on Academic Activities
The strike action means that academic activities at University of Lagos may be affected as lecturers withdraw their services until their demands are addressed.
Students and other members of the university community are therefore awaiting further updates from both the university management and the union regarding the resolution of the dispute.
Alignment with National Union Policies
The action taken by the Academic Staff Union of Universities at the University of Lagos is said to be consistent with existing union resolutions aimed at *protecting the welfare of academic staff and ensuring compliance with salary and allowance agreements across federal universities in Nigeria*.
The union emphasized that safeguarding the welfare of lecturers remains a priority and that the strike will remain in force until the salary issues and unpaid allowances are fully resolved.