FG lauds suspension of Oyo teachers’ strike, reaffirms commitment to uninterrupted learning

The Federal Government has welcomed the suspension of the teachers’ strike in Oyo State, describing the development as a major victory for dialogue, collaboration and the education of Nigerian children.

In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations, the Federal Ministry of Education said the resolution followed sustained engagement among the ministry, the Oyo State Government and the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) at the national, zonal and state levels.

According to the ministry, the collaborative efforts paved the way for teachers to return to classrooms, restoring uninterrupted learning across the state.

Maruf Tunji Alausa, Minister of Education, said the successful resolution underscored the commitment of all stakeholders to place the interests, safety and future of learners above every other consideration.

“I am glad to report today that the strike has been suspended. Teachers are now returning to school to educate their students. This is the result of our collaboration and coordination with the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers and the Government of Oyo State,” the minister said.

Alausa commended Seyi Makinde, Oyo State Governor, for his leadership and commitment to resolving the dispute through dialogue. He also lauded Audu Titus Amba, the National President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, Hassan Ajibola Fatai, the union’s Zonal President, and the leadership of the Oyo State wing of the union and members of its executive committee for demonstrating statesmanship in resolving the impasse.

The minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian child has uninterrupted access to quality education despite the security challenges facing parts of the country.

He stressed that those seeking to spread fear by attacking innocent citizens and disrupting education would not succeed in denying children their right to learning.

“Our children will remain in school, and we will continue to educate them. We will not succumb to terror. This administration remains resolute in confronting insecurity with every available resource and ensuring that our schools continue to serve as safe places for teaching and learning,” he said.

Alausa also paid tribute to teachers across the country for their patriotism, resilience and dedication to nurturing future generations, describing them as indispensable partners in national development whose sacrifices continue to strengthen Nigeria’s education system.

The ministry reiterated its commitment to working closely with state governments, teachers’ unions, security agencies and other stakeholders to strengthen school safety, promote constructive dialogue and safeguard every child’s right to uninterrupted, quality education in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.