Sa'adu Zungur University Staff Demand Fair Compensation and Improved Working Conditions Amid Ongoing Strike

The ongoing strike action by staff of Sa'adu Zungur University Bauchi, formerly known as Bauchi State University Gadau, has escalated as university workers have outlined key demands to be met for the resumption of work. The strike, which has disrupted academic activities, is centered around the call for better compensation, adherence to statutory regulations, and a more secure working environment.

The university staff have raised four core demands that they believe are critical to improving their welfare and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the institution. The first demand focuses on the establishment of a fair and functional exit policy, particularly regarding pensions, to guarantee financial security for retiring staff.

Additionally, the staff are calling for the payment of earned academic allowances and PG internal examination allowances. These payments, they argue, are essential to recognizing the tireless work and dedication of academic staff in fulfilling their duties.

The third demand seeks the introduction of excess workload allowances. University staff believe that such allowances would adequately compensate them for the additional responsibilities tied to quality teaching, research, and academic administration.

Lastly, the staff have called for strict adherence to the provisions outlined in the university’s scheme of service and the law establishing the institution. They emphasized that compliance with these regulations, especially in areas like staff recruitment, appointments of principal officers, and overall governance, is essential for the smooth and transparent operation of the university.

Staff members at Sa'adu Zungur University Bauchi have united in their determination to press for these changes, asserting that their collective action is necessary to send a clear message to the authorities. They are committed to ensuring a fair and conducive work environment for all, standing firm in their belief that these demands are vital for the sustainable development of the institution.

"We must come together to demand a better working environment and welfare package. Our collective action will send a strong message to the authorities that we will no longer tolerate the status quo," the staff emphasized in their statement.

As the strike continues, staff remain resolute in their commitment to secure the changes they believe will create a more equitable and functional educational system at Sa'adu Zungur University Bauchi.