In a development that has sparked jubilation across the Lagos State University (LASU) community, the long-running industrial action that disrupted the institution’s academic calendar has officially come to an end. The university management, in collaboration with the Lagos State Government and the various staff unions, reached a resolution late Monday evening, paving the way for the resumption of academic activities and the commencement of examinations on Monday, August 18, 2025.
The strike, which lasted several weeks, was the result of unresolved disputes between the university administration and staff unions over salary arrears, improved working conditions, and the implementation of certain welfare packages. The prolonged shutdown left thousands of students stranded, with many expressing frustration over the uncertainty surrounding their academic progress.
Speaking to reporters after the breakthrough agreement, LASU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, expressed gratitude to all stakeholders who worked tirelessly to bring the crisis to an end. She assured students and staff that the university would prioritize the recovery of the academic calendar without compromising academic standards.
“This resolution is a victory for dialogue and understanding,” the Vice-Chancellor said. “We have agreed on terms that will not only address the immediate concerns of our staff but also improve the overall academic environment for our students. I appeal to all members of the LASU community to embrace peace and focus on rebuilding the momentum we have lost.”
For students, the announcement was met with unrestrained excitement. Across campus hostels, cafeterias, and social media platforms, jubilant messages and celebratory gatherings marked the end of an anxious wait. Some students described the news as “the best thing that has happened in months,” while others emphasized the need for stability going forward to avoid another disruption.
The Students’ Union Government (SUG) President, Adeola Adebayo, welcomed the end of the strike, noting that while the return to classes is a huge relief, students will need adequate support to prepare for examinations scheduled to start in less than a week. “We are happy the strike is over, but we must also recognize that students will be under intense pressure to catch up. We appeal to lecturers to be considerate and to provide revision opportunities before the exams,” Adebayo said.
The Lagos State Government, represented by the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, reaffirmed its commitment to funding and supporting LASU to prevent future industrial disputes. The Commissioner noted that the resolution was reached through a series of marathon meetings and that mechanisms are now in place for more proactive conflict resolution in the university system.
As the countdown to August 18 begins, academic and non-academic staff are returning to their offices, lecture halls are being prepared, and students are dusting off their notes in anticipation of the long-awaited examinations. For many, the end of the strike signals not just a return to classes but also a renewed hope that the university can maintain a stable and uninterrupted academic calendar.
With the resolution now in place, LASU’s focus shifts entirely to ensuring that the examinations are conducted smoothly and that the academic year—once threatened by uncertainty—ends on a strong and successful note.
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