Lagos varsity workers declare indefinite strike over unpaid nine-month arrears
Academic and non-academic workers in Lagos State-owned universities have threatened to commence an indefinite strike from October 3 over the alleged failure of the state government to implement agreements reached with the unions. The Joint Action Committee, JAC, of Lagos State-owned universities issued the warning during a media briefing on Friday, saying its members would […] Lagos varsity…
Academic and non-academic staff in Lagos State-owned universities have warned of an indefinite strike starting October 3 due to unpaid arrears. The Joint Action Committee (JAC), representing several unions, issued the threat during a media briefing. The affected institutions are LASU, LASUCOM, LASUSTECH, and LASUED. JAC Chairman Prof. Ibrahim Bakare announced the strike would begin at midnight on Saturday, following a seven-day ultimatum expired.
Negotiations stalled after the government paid September salaries without the agreed adjustments or outstanding arrears, pushing the total owed to nine months, covering January to September 2026. The unions' demands include implementing the 2026 Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN)/staff unions' agreement, settling the nine-month arrears, and maintaining the non-taxable status of negotiated allowances.
They also seek a 15 per cent "Lagos Factor" allowance to address economic challenges and fulfill previous commitments such as a 20 per cent salary increase in 2023 and providing five Marcopolo buses. Bakare appealed for urgent intervention from Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to prevent the university shutdown.
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