Gombe govt, ASUU reach agreement, pave way for reopening of state varsity

Gombe State Government on Saturday has successfully reached an agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Gombe State University branch.

The feat was achieved through the State Government’s Negotiation Team led by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Manassah Daniel Jatau.

The resolution, reached, marks the end of negotiations and set in motion, preparations for the immediate reopening of the Institution.

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The ASUU Zonal Coordinator, OA Timothy Namo, confirmed the agreement, stating that the Union has accepted all terms outlined during the discussions.

He added that the process for reopening the University would begin within the next week to restore Academic activities that were halted during the strike.

The Deputy Governor commended the commitment of both the State Government and ASUU towards resolving the impasse promptly.

He expressed optimism that the peaceful resolution will foster long-term collaboration between the Government and the University Unions to ensure uninterrupted academic activities in the future.

Recall that Gombe State Government has previously approved significant funds to address the outstanding needs of the University’s staff in its commitment to supporting education and improving the welfare of workers in tertiary institutions as contained in a statement by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General, (Press Affairs), Government House, Gombe.

NIGERIAN TRIBUNE