The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has suspended the indefinite strike in Oyo state following a directive from its national leadership.
A statement issued on Wednesday by Hassan Fatai, chairman of the Oyo state chapter of the NUT, and Olukayode Salami, the union’s secretary, said the decision followed a review of the security situation and appeals by the Oyo state government and other stakeholders.
“This is to officially convey to all Public Primary and Secondary School Teachers in Oyo State that the National Leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), having reviewed the prevailing situation and following constructive engagements with the Oyo State Government and public appeal by the government and other critical stakeholders, has directed the suspension of the withdrawal of services earlier embarked upon over the abduction of teachers and learners in Oriire Local Government of the State,” the statement reads.
“Consequently, all teachers in public primary and secondary schools
