The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in three Lagos State-owned universities has suspended its industrial action. The decision affects the Lagos State University (LASU), the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), and the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH). This move is expected to bring relief to students whose lectures and other academic activities were disrupted by the strike.
The suspension was announced on Friday, October 10, 2026, and is a result of negotiations between ASUU and the Lagos State Government. The industrial action was linked to demands for improved staff welfare and the implementation of outstanding agreements affecting academic workers in the state-owned institutions. The unions expressed appreciation to members of the public and organisations that supported their demands during the negotiations.
The statement announcing the suspension was jointly signed by Olusegun Babalola, Coordinator of the Steering Committee of ASUU-LASU; Grace Abimbola, Acting Chairman of ASUU-LASUED; and Murisiku Onigemo, Chairman of ASUU-LASUTECH. The union leaders thanked the media, civil society organisations, traditional rulers, students, parents, institutional leaders, and other stakeholders for their involvement throughout the period of negotiations.
The union leaders described the outcome of the negotiations as an important step in their efforts to secure better working conditions and ensure that existing academic agreements are implemented. They acknowledged the role played by media organisations in keeping the dispute in the public domain. Journalists helped communicate the lecturers’ grievances to government officials and the wider public through their reports.
The union also recognised the support of civil society organisations, traditional rulers, students, and parents, who had to cope with the uncertainty caused by the disruption of academic activities. The union said their patience and understanding remained important throughout the dispute, adding that its demands were aimed at improving lecturers’ welfare and strengthening public university education in Lagos State.
The suspension marks a step towards restoring normal academic activities, although the unions indicated that discussions with the government would continue until all outstanding matters relating to their welfare package are fully resolved. The union reaffirmed its commitment to academic excellence and quality university education.
As the members return to the classrooms with immediate effect, the union looks forward to continued engagement with the Lagos State Government to ensure the full resolution of all outstanding issues relating to their welfare package. The union appreciated everyone who stood with them throughout the struggle, saying their solidarity and support have been invaluable.
Key points
- The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) suspended its industrial action in three Lagos State-owned universities.
- The suspension was a result of negotiations between ASUU and the Lagos State Government.
- The union will continue discussions with the government to resolve all outstanding matters relating to their welfare package.
