NUT Orders Indefinite Strike In Oyo, Plans Nationwide Protest Over Abducted Teachers, Pupils
NUT Orders Indefinite Strike In Oyo, Plans Nationwide Protest Over Abducted Teachers, Pupils
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has directed all primary and secondary school teachers in Oyo State to commence an indefinite strike over the continued captivity of teachers and pupils abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of the state.
The union also announced plans for nationwide solidarity rallies on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, aimed at demanding the safe release of the victims and drawing attention to the worsening security challenges facing schools across the country.
In a statement jointly signed by the NUT National President, Audu Titus Amba, and the Secretary-General, Clinton J. Ikpitibo, the union expressed concern over the plight of teachers and learners abducted during an attack on schools in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15, 2026.
According to the statement, the rallies will be held in state capitals nationwide and will terminate at various Government Houses, where union leaders are expected to address the media on the urgent need to ensure the safety of schools, teachers and learners.
The union noted that despite its earlier appeal titled, “Stop the Attacks on Schools, Teachers and Learners Now – Not Until We Perish,” the abducted teachers and pupils remain in captivity without any indication of when they may regain their freedom.
The NUT recalled that it had earlier warned of possible industrial action if urgent measures were not taken to secure the release of the victims.
The union also mourned members killed during the attack, describing the incident as painful, tragic and unacceptable.
It further stated that emotional appeals by a school principal and one of the abducted teachers, who reportedly called on the Federal Government, Oyo State Government, the NUT, ANCOPSS and well-meaning Nigerians to intervene, highlighted the gravity of the situation and the need for immediate action.
The union said uncertainty over the fate of the abducted teachers and learners had heightened concerns about their safety and wellbeing.
“In response, the national leadership of the union has directed all primary and secondary school teachers in Oyo State to withdraw their services indefinitely beginning from Monday, June 1, 2026, until the safe release of the victims is secured,” the statement said.
The NUT reaffirmed its solidarity with the abducted teachers, learners and their families, pledging to pursue all lawful means to ensure their safe return.
“Solidarity forever,” the statement concluded.
