Gombe State Pledges N947m to ASUU to Prevent Planned Strike
The governor indicated that if the State Executive Council approves the funds by Monday, it would address the union’s concerns, urging patience to avoid industrial action.
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Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has urged the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Gombe State University branch, to delay its planned strike.
Represented by Professor Ibrahim Njodi, the Secretary to the State Government, Yahaya pledged N947,669,909.13 to address ASUU’s demands, including Earned Academic Allowances and promotion arrears for 2020 to 2023.
The governor indicated that if the State Executive Council approves the funds by Monday, it would address the union’s concerns, urging patience to avoid industrial action.
Professor Daniel Gongula, leading the ASUU National Executive Council visitation, acknowledged the governor’s commitment but emphasized the need for timely implementation.
