Taraba varsity management seeks industrial harmony amid ASUU strike

The management of Taraba State University (TSU) in Jalingo is urging students to maintain calm and patience amid the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). The strike, which began on October 12, 2026, has caused disruption to academic activities, including ongoing exams. The university's management acknowledged the challenges and uncertainties brought about by the industrial action, especially during a crucial period for examinations.

They emphasized their commitment to staff welfare, recognizing the staff's desire for improved working conditions. The university also commended the Taraba State Government for its efforts in addressing welfare issues of tertiary institution workers, including the formation of a committee to review their salaries. The university remains hopeful that constructive dialogue among all stakeholders will lead to a peaceful resolution, restoring industrial harmony and ensuring academic stability.

The management advised students to stay away from actions that could disrupt peace and order, while also paying attention to official university communications regarding exam resumption and academic activities. The ASUU-TSU branch had initiated the indefinite strike over demands related to the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU agreement and the payment of salary arrears dating back to January 2026.