ASUU FULokoja Pays Courtesy Visit to New VC, Commits to Industrial Harmony
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Federal University Lokoja Chapter, paid a formal courtesy visit to Professor Gbenga Solomon Ibileye, the 4th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University, to congratulate him on his recent appointment.
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Federal University Lokoja Chapter, paid a formal courtesy visit to Professor Gbenga Solomon Ibileye, the 4th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University, to congratulate him on his recent appointment.
The visit reflects the union’s confidence in his leadership, academic pedigree, and deep familiarity with the University’s culture and operations.
Led by Comrade Timothy Jangfa, ASUU described Professor Ibileye’s emergence as a welcome development and emphasized that his experience positions him to consolidate past achievements while charting a progressive path for the institution.
During the visit, the union presented key staff concerns requiring urgent attention. Central among these were persistent transportation challenges for staff commuting across campuses, the reduction of tax burdens impacting take-home salaries, and the payment of outstanding allowances, particularly the Earned Academic Allowance (EAA) and the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA), which are essential for research, professional growth, and academic excellence.
Professor Ibileye expressed profound appreciation for ASUU’s visit and solidarity, acknowledging the union’s critical role in safeguarding academic standards and staff welfare. He assured members that his administration will adopt an open-door policy grounded in dialogue, transparency, and inclusiveness, with continuous engagement forming a cornerstone of his leadership approach.
The Vice-Chancellor pledged prompt attention to the issues raised, highlighting that sustained dialogue and collaborative problem-solving would systematically address challenges. He emphasized that industrial peace and mutual respect are critical to the University’s stability, growth, and academic excellence.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, reinforcing a shared commitment to staff welfare, institutional development, and harmonious industrial relations under the new administration.
