The Federal Government has applauded 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.
Director Press and Public Relations of the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.
Boriowo announced that the resolution followed sustained engagement and constructive collaboration among the Federal Ministry of Education, the Oyo State Government and the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) at the national, zonal and state levels, paving the way for teachers to return to classrooms and restoring uninterrupted learning across the state.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa said the successful resolution reflects the collective 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 National Union of Teachers and the Government of Oyo State”, he said.
Dr. Alausa commended the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, for his exemplary leadership and commitment to resolving the impasse through dialogue. He also expressed appreciation to the National President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, Comrade Audu Amba, the Zonal President, Comrade Hassan Fatai, the leadership of the Oyo State Wing of the Union, and members of its Executive Committee for demonstrating statesmanship and putting the interests of learners first in reaching an amicable resolution.
The Minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian child enjoys uninterrupted access to quality education despite the security challenges confronting parts of the country. He stressed that those who seek to spread fear by attacking innocent citizens and disrupting education will not succeed in denying children their right to learn.
“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.
Dr. Alausa also paid tribute to teachers across Nigeria for their patriotism, resilience and unwavering dedication to nurturing future generations, describing them as indispensable partners in national development whose sacrifices continue to strengthen the nation’s education system.
