UNICROSS ASUU suspends strike

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Branch, has suspended the strike action it embarked on on 19 May 2026.

UNICROSS ASUU suspends strike

The decision was reached during an emergency congress of the union held at the university’s Calabar Campus, following a series of interventions by the UNICROSS management and the Cross River State Government.

As part of efforts to resolve the industrial dispute, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Francisca Bassey, led the university’s management team and the ASUU UNICROSS leadership to a closed-door meeting with the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu. Earlier, she had also led student leaders to a separate meeting with the governor. Both meetings took place last week.

According to the university, the suspension of the strike followed assurances given by the governor during the meetings.

The development reflects the commitment of the university management and the Cross River State Government to restoring industrial harmony and ensuring the smooth continuation of academic activities.

The university also commended students, ASUU members and other stakeholders for their patience, understanding and constructive engagement throughout the industrial action.

With the suspension of the strike, academic activities are expected to resume across the university. Further details will be announced in due course.

UNICROSS ASUU suspends strike