.THE Academic Staff Union of Nigeria Universities, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ASUU-ESUT) branch on Monday, August 24, suspended its 2-week warning strike, and called on its members to immediately return to their duty posts to enable students resume academic activities in earnest.
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The suspension of the industrial action was sequel to the intervention of the Visitor to the university and Governor of Enugu state Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah.
The intervention led to the signing of the Tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on August 20, 2026 between the Enugu State Government, ESUT Management, and ASUU-ESUT.
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Announcing this development at a press conference in Enugu on Monday, Dr Andrew C. Apeh, the. Chairman, ASUU-ESUT disclosed that the National Executive Council (NEC) of ASUU has deliberated on the terms contained in the agreement.
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He said: “In line with our Union’s principles of negotiation, collective bargaining, and due process, NEC has granted approval for ASUU-ESUT to suspend the ongoing industrial action with immediate effect, in deference to the commitments secured and to the plea of our Visitor.
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“The suspension is, therefore, contingent on the good faith implementation of all items contained in the MOU. The Union will remain vigilant and shall constitute a monitoring mechanism to ensure strict adherence to timelines and deliverables as agreed.
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The key highlights of the MoU are as follows:-
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1. Implementation of the 2025 FGN/ASUU Agreement in ESUT with phased rollout commencing 1st September, 2026 and concluding 23rd January, 2027.
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2. Increased Monthly Subvention to ESUT by #115,000,000.00, raising the total to #276,000,000.00 to support salary and welfare obligations.
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3. Establishment of a Joint Implementation Committee chaired by the Secretary to the State Government to oversee and perfect all components of the agreement.
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4. Review and Liquidation of EAA Arrears and other outstanding staff entitlements, with a commitment to institutional financial accountability.
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5. Immediate Remittance of Third-Party Deductions totaling over N31m to ASUU-ESUT and NUPEMCO accounts.
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“ASUU-ESUT acknowledges the decisive intervention of the Enugu State Government under His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah. The approval to domesticate the 2025 FGN/ASUU Agreement and the immediate increase in subvention represent a significant step toward addressing long-standing welfare issues in ESUT.
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“We also note with appreciation the directive of Government to ESUT Management against any victimization of Union members or leaders on account of Union activities. This aligns with the core democratic tenets of our Union.
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“This development is historic for the South East. For context, during the implementation of CONUASS in the past, the South East Zone was the last to comply. Today, Enugu State has taken the lead in committing to the full implementation of the 2025 Agreement. This provides a new template for industrial harmony in the zone.
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“The Union also appreciates NEC of ASUU for its steadfast guidance, solidarity, and timely intervention throughout the period of the struggle.
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“The ball is now in the court of all parties to ensure faithful implementation. ASUU-ESUT expects full compliance without delay or deviation.
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“Congress will reconvene to review progress at the appropriate time.
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“We call on all members to return to their duty posts and for students to resume academic activities in earnest.”
