The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University (TSU) chapter, has officially suspended its strike action after a month-long standoff with the state government.  

The strike, which began on December 5, 2024, was initiated over the partial implementation of various Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and Memoranda of Action (MoAs) agreed upon since 2014 between the union and the Taraba State Government.  

Key issues raised by the union included university funding, Earned Academic Allowances (EAA), staff pensions and gratuities, backlog of salaries, the constitution of the university’s governing council, and adjustments to the minimum wage.  

According to the union, the state government has made significant commitments to address these grievances:  
- University Funding: The government pledged to enhance funding in accordance with Taraba State Law No. 4 of 2008 through the university’s governing council.  
- Earned Academic Allowances (EAA): An initial 10% of the accumulated sum has been paid, with monthly disbursements of 5% starting February 2025 until the total arrears are cleared.  
- Pension Scheme: Approval was granted for a State-Defined Pension Scheme, ensuring prompt and efficient payment of benefits.  
- Backlog of Salaries: A template to clear outstanding salary arrears will be finalized by February 2025.  
- Governing Council Constitution: Adjustments will be made to align with statutory requirements.  
- Wage Adjustments**: Implementation of minimum wage and consequential adjustments has been completed, with commitments to timely salary payments.  

In a statement, ASUU-TSU acknowledged the role of its national and zonal leadership, as well as the Congress of TSU, for their steadfast support throughout the negotiations.  

“With these agreements in place and approval from ASUU National, the ASUU-TSU Chapter hereby suspends the strike action with immediate effect,” the statement read.  

The union expressed gratitude for the collaborative efforts that led to the resolution, emphasizing its continued commitment to the welfare of its members and the advancement of the university.