The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Abia State University branch, has suspended its ongoing industrial action and directed its members to resume academic activities with immediate effect from Friday, August 28, 2026.

The decision was taken during the union’s congress meeting held on Friday, where members reviewed developments relating to the issues that triggered the strike.

In a statement jointly signed by the Branch Chairperson, Dr Chidi S. Mba, and Secretary, Dr Victor U. Obisike, the union expressed concern over the continued suspension of Prof Nnamdi Nwaeze.

The congress subsequently gave the university management until Friday, September 4, 2026, to recall Nwaeze and lift his suspension.

ASUU warned that if the management fails to meet the deadline, the union would have no option but to resume the industrial action.

“We are giving the university management up to Friday, September 4, 2026, to recall Professor Nnamdi Nwaeze and lift his suspension,” the statement said.

“The failure by management to comply within this stipulated period would leave us with no option but to resume the suspended industrial action.

“We urge our members to remain united and committed to the ideals of our union as we continue to pursue the resolution of outstanding issues affecting us.

“Your steadfastness and collective resolve have been invaluable to the progress recorded.”

The branch leadership also commended members for their unity, resilience, commitment and support throughout the period of the industrial action.

The union further reminded members that only the branch chairperson is authorised to speak officially on behalf of ASUU-ABSU.

Members seeking further clarification were advised to contact the chairperson directly.