Oyo Union halts protest following national leadership directive; security review and government appeals prompt decision after 27-day strike

The Nigerian Union of Teachers has suspended its indefinite strike in Oyo State, ending a 27-day industrial action that began following the abduction of 46 schoolchildren and teachers from Oriire Local Government Area on 15 May 2026.

The suspension was announced on Wednesday through a joint statement by Hassan Fatai, Chairman of the NUT’s Oyo State chapter, and Olukayode Salami, the union’s secretary. The decision followed a directive from the union’s national leadership and came after a comprehensive review of the security situation in the state.

Details soon.