The Nigeria Union of Teachers has suspended its industrial action across all public primary and secondary schools in Oyo State, directing its members to return to their classrooms on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
According to the union, the decision to suspend the strike followed renewed discussions with the Oyo State Government, which gave fresh assurances on strengthening security measures to protect schools after the recent abduction of teachers and students in Oriire Local Government Area.
In a statement jointly signed by the Oyo State Chairman of the union, Comrade Hassan Ajibola Fatai, and the State Secretary, Comrade Olukayode Salami, the union revealed that the suspension received full clearance from its national leadership after a thorough review of the current security situation and appeals by state stakeholders.
The industrial action was originally declared to protest the kidnapping of educators and students, but the union chose to halt the strike in the interest of
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