The Lagos State Government has appealed to the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of staff unions at Lagos State University (LASU) to suspend their ongoing indefinite strike, emphasizing its commitment to the welfare of both staff and students.
The strike, which began on Friday, July 31, 2025, has led to the disruption of academic and administrative activities at the university. The JAC comprises the LASU branches of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), and Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU). The unions cited unresolved welfare issues and salary concerns as reasons for the industrial action.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Public Affairs at the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Mamud Hassan, the state government acknowledged receiving formal complaints from the unions. He said the matter had prompted several high-level meetings, including one involving the state Head of Service, Bode Agoro.
Hassan stated that both parties had previously agreed to maintain peace while discussions continued, expressing disappointment over the disruption caused by the strike.
“The government is earnestly appealing to the leadership of JAC… to reconsider their position and call off the industrial action,” the statement read. “The suspension of academic and administrative activities not only disrupts the academic calendar but also negatively affects the future of our students, who are the primary reason for the university’s existence.”
The statement reaffirmed the government’s commitment to restoring normalcy and urged the unions to embrace dialogue over confrontation.
Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Tolani Sule, also called for peace and cooperation, noting that the government continues to support LASU despite increasing demands and the complexities of managing a megacity like Lagos.
“With strong collaboration, understanding, and trust, we can work together to find a lasting solution that benefits everyone,” he said.
