Students of Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, are expressing frustration following the declaration of an indefinite strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). The strike, which has led to the suspension of exams, has left many students uncertain about the resumption of academic activities.
Dr. Garba Joshua, Chairperson of ASUU-TSU, explained that the strike followed the expiration of a 30-day grace period given to the state government and university management to address critical welfare concerns for lecturers. These unresolved issues include the lack of a pension scheme, non-payment of salary arrears, failure to establish a Governing Council, exclusion from minimum wage implementation, and inadequate funding.
Despite ongoing engagements with the government, ASUU-TSU was left with no choice but to strike, citing the need to defend lecturers’ welfare and uphold the integrity of the institution. As of the latest update, students are left unsure of when academic activities will resume.
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