The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Branch, has suspended its strike following the full payment of members’ August 2026 salaries.
The suspension took effect immediately on Friday, September 11, 2026, after the union’s branch congress resolved to end the industrial action, which began on September 7 over the non-payment of the full August salary.
In a statement signed by the Branch Chairperson, Innocent Nnubia, and Secretary, Osita Nnajiofor, the union directed all members to immediately resume their academic and administrative responsibilities.
The statement said the duties include teaching and lectures, supervision, marking, committee meetings, submission of results and other official assignments.
It read, “Pursuant to our Congress resolution and notice of September 7, 2026, where members of ASUU-UNIZIK resolved to withdraw their services pending the complete payment of August 2026 salary.
“The Branch Executive is pleased to inform all members that the complete August 2026 salary has now been paid to all members.
“Consequently, and in line with the resolution, the Branch hereby directs the immediate suspension of the strike action with effect from today, Friday, September 11, 2026.”
The union commended its members for their “resoluteness, unity, and discipline” during the strike, saying their collective action had produced a positive result.
ASUU-UNIZIK, however, urged members to remain vigilant and monitor further developments, adding that official updates would be communicated through its union platforms.
The industrial action followed the branch’s September 7 resolution activating the ASUU National Executive Council’s “No Pay, No Work” position over the delayed payment of members’ full August salaries.
With the salary now fully paid, the union has directed its members to return to their respective academic and administrative duties.
