The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has issued a reprimand to its chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) for initiating an industrial action without adhering to established procedures.
During a congress held on Tuesday, the ASUU UNILAG chapter instructed lecturers to withdraw their services starting from Wednesday, citing the incomplete payment of January and February salaries.
The union claimed that its members had not received their full Consolidated Salary Structure for Academics, Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance, and Professorial Allowance.
ASUU’s chairman, Prof. Idou Keinde, stated that lecturers would not resume work until all outstanding payments are settled.
In response, Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, UNILAG’s Head of Communication, emphasized the university’s commitment to staff welfare while confirming ongoing dialogue with ASUU to address concerns, particularly regarding unpaid Consolidated Academic Teaching Allowances.
“Management observes that due process was not followed in making this declaration. Nevertheless, discussions with the ASUU Executive are ongoing to address all issues,” the university stated.
UNILAG reassured students that ongoing examinations would proceed as scheduled on Wednesday to minimize disruption.
The statement highlighted the importance of maintaining academic activities during a critical period of the semester, which includes preparations for internships, the Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme, and Law School admissions.
For courses where exams were postponed, the university announced that rescheduling arrangements have been made, and all remaining examinations will resume from Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Management urged the university community to remain calm and continue academic activities as discussions with ASUU progress towards a resolution.
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