SSANU, NASU to suspend strike May 11

The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has indeed moved to suspend their nationwide strike.

The unions have directed their branches to convene congresses and prepare for a formal suspension of the strike effective Monday, May 11, 2026.

Key Details of the Suspension
Congressional Approval: Branch leaders are currently meeting with their members to report on the outcomes of negotiations with the Federal Government. This step is necessary to finalize the return to work on May 11.

The Catalyst: The decision follows renewed engagements with relevant stakeholders and the Minister of Education.

Unresolved Issues: While the strike is being suspended to allow for further "sanity" in negotiations, the core issues—including a controversial 30% salary increase under the Consolidated Tertiary Institutions Salary Structure (CONTISS) and unpaid allowances—are still being discussed.

Background of the Action
Timeline: The "total and comprehensive" strike began on May 1, 2026, following the expiration of a 30-day ultimatum.

Impact: The strike had grounded administrative and support services across federal universities, affecting campus operations and student services.

Government Stance: The Federal Government recently withdrew a previously proposed salary offer, which initially intensified the unions' resolve before the current breakthrough in talks.

Non-academic staff are expected to resume their full duties on Monday, provided the branch congresses align with the national leadership's recommendation.

Given your background in educational policy and leadership, how do you think these repeated labor disruptions are currently affecting digital literacy and administrative stability in the tertiary sector?