Academic activities at the University of Jos have been disrupted as lecturers commenced an indefinite strike over the non-payment of their March 2026 salaries.
The industrial action, which began on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, was confirmed by the chairman of the institution’s branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Professor Jurbe Molwus.
Speaking on the development, Molwus said the decision followed the continued delay in salary payment despite repeated patience by members of the union. He stressed that lecturers would not resume duties until their entitlements are paid.
In an internal communication to members, the union directed lecturers to withdraw from all academic and administrative activities, including lectures, examinations, and statutory meetings, in line with its standing resolutions.
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The statement expressed frustration over the situation, attributing the delay to the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, while noting that the university’s bursary department had already completed its part of the salary process.
Union leaders described the situation as a threat to industrial harmony, warning that prolonged delays could further strain relations between academic staff and relevant government authorities.
ASUU also announced plans to activate a monitoring team to ensure full compliance with the strike directive, urging members to remain united in their demands.
The development has left students and academic stakeholders concerned, as the indefinite nature of the strike raises uncertainty about the academic calendar and ongoing programmes at the institution.