The Nigeria Union of Teachers has suspended its withdrawal of services across Oyo State public schools following renewed engagements with the state government and assurances over measures to improve security after the abduction of teachers and learners in the Oriire Local Government Area of the state.
The union’s Oyo State Chairman, Hassan Ajibola Fatai, and Secretary, Olukayode Salami, announced on Wednesday that the suspension followed a directive from the national leadership after a review of the prevailing security situation and appeals by the Oyo State government and other key stakeholders.
The Nigerian Union of Teachers directed all public primary and secondary school teachers across the state to resume official duties from Thursday, July 2, 2026, bringing an end to the industrial action that was declared in response to the kidnapping of teachers and students in Oriire Local Government Area.
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The decision was taken in the collective interest of teachers, learners and the general public after the government assured the union that sustained efforts were underway to secure the safe release of the abducted victims and strengthen security around schools and surrounding communities.
The union said the government had pledged stronger measures to prevent future attacks, including intensified rescue efforts, a Joint Security Task Force for vulnerable schools, continued engagement with affected families, and psychosocial support for rescued victims.
Other commitments include paying gratuities and entitlements to the families of deceased teachers, strengthening the Safe School Initiative, improving emergency response, tackling criminal hideouts, illegal mining, and open grazing, upgrading school infrastructure, enhancing intelligence gathering, prosecuting criminals, improving the welfare of security personnel, and deploying technology to strengthen school security.
The NUT reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the welfare and security of teachers, stressing that it will continue to engage with the government until all outstanding concerns regarding the safety of teachers and students are fully addressed.
