The Nigeria Union of Educators (NUT) has actually directed all public primary and secondary school instructors in Oyo State to embark on an indefinite strike beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, over the continued captivity of abducted teachers and pupils in the state.
In a circular outdated Might 31, 2026, and signed by the Oyo State Secretary of the union, Pal Salami B. Olukayode, the NUT stated the directive was provided by its national management and must be adhered to by all affected teachers across the state.
According to the union, instructors are to withdraw their services from schools “starting from Monday, 1st June, 2026 till further notice” in line with the regulation from the nationwide body.
The NUT described that the action became essential due to the extended detention of the abducted teachers and students by their captors, without any clear indicator of their imminent rescue and safe release.
The union kept in mind that the continued captivity of the victims had created worry and hopelessness amongst instructors, prevented moms and dads from sending their children to school, and heightened stress throughout communities in Oyo State.
“Kindly note that the directive was given versus the continued detention of our coworkers and learners by the kidnappers with no clear indication of their timeous rescue and safe release,” the declaration checked out.
The union said the strike was intended to further pressure the federal government to intensify efforts towards protecting the safe return of the abductees without further delay.
While advising members to comply totally with the regulation, the NUT encouraged instructors to remain obedient and stay safe in their particular homes, adding that the union stands in solidarity with the victims and their families as engagements with the federal government continue to protect the release of the abducted teachers and students.