The Lagos State University has suspended all academic activities, including the second semester examinations for the 2024/2025 academic session, due to an indefinite strike action by its staff unions.
In a statement issued on Saturday, August 2, by the institution’s Deputy Registrar and Coordinator of the Centre for Information and Public Relations, Mrs. Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile, students residing in hostels have been directed to vacate university accommodations no later than 6:00 a.m. on August 4.
According to the statement, the university’s Senate reached the decision during a virtual meeting held earlier the same day.
The meeting reviewed the ongoing industrial action by the Joint Action Committee, which includes the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Non-Academic Staff Union, Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, and the National Association of Academic Technologists.
“The strike, which commenced on July 31, stems from unresolved demands targeted at the Lagos State Government,” the statement noted.
“While the university management has continued to facilitate dialogue between the unions and relevant authorities, a resolution has yet to be achieved.”
Mrs. Thomas-Onashile explained that a mediation meeting was held on August 1 at the Lagos State Government Secretariat in Alausa, Ikeja.
The session brought together university officials, JAC representatives, and senior government officials, and was chaired by the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr. Olabode Agoro.
“At the meeting, it was agreed that all parties would reconvene on August 7 for further consultations,” she added.
The university’s Senate, after thorough deliberations, resolved to put all examinations on hold and suspend all other academic and administrative activities until further notice.
“All students living in university hostels across the Ojo, LASUCOM (Ikeja), Epe, and Badagry campuses must vacate by the stated deadline,” the statement directed.
The university appealed for calm, urging students and staff to remain peaceful and law-abiding during this period.
“We understand the inconvenience this may cause, but it is necessary to maintain safety and order within the university,” the Deputy Registrar stated.