Oyo abduction: NUT suspends strike, directs teachers to resume work Thursday

Teachers in Oyo State, Nigeria, are set to return to classrooms on Thursday, July 2, 2026, following the suspension of their industrial action. The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) announced the end of the strike after renewed engagements with the state government, which provided assurances of enhanced security measures. This decision comes in the wake of the recent abduction of teachers and pupils in the Oriire Local Government Area, which had prompted the union to declare the strike. The NUT's Oyo State chapter, in a statement jointly signed by its Chairman Hassan Ajibola Fatai and Secretary Olukayode Salami, confirmed the suspension was based on a directive from its national leadership. The union cited the collective interest of teachers, learners, and the public as a key factor in their decision, alongside the government's commitment to securing the safe release of abducted individuals and strengthening security around schools. The state government has reportedly made several commitments, including intensified rescue operations, the establishment of a Joint Security Task Force, psychosocial support for rescued victims, and financial compensation for the families of deceased teachers. Other pledges involve strengthening the Safe School Initiative, improving emergency response, addressing criminal hideouts, and enhancing community intelligence gathering. The NUT commended its members and allied associations for their solidarity during the strike and urged teachers to remain vigilant and report any security threats promptly.

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The union 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.