By Joseph Erunke
The Federal Government has welcomed the suspension of the teachers’ strike in Oyo State, describing the breakthrough as a significant victory for dialogue and a major boost to uninterrupted learning for thousands of pupils across the state.
The government said the resolution, achieved through sustained negotiations involving 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, has paved the way for teachers to return to classrooms after the industrial action.
Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, who announced the development, said the successful resolution underscored the commitment of all stakeholders to prioritising the future of Nigerian children over every other interest.
“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,” Alausa said.
