NUT Protests for Release of Abducted Teachers, Students

On May 15, 2026, the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Anambra State organized a protest to demand the immediate and unconditional release of teachers and students abducted by bandits in Oyo and Borno states. The protest, which took place at the NUT building in Awka, was part of a nationwide rally following directives from the NUT leadership.

The state chairman, Chika Chukwudozi, expressed solidarity with the victims, highlighting the plight of seven teachers and 39 students kidnapped in Oyo State and the abduction of pupils from Mussa Primary and Secondary School in Borno State. Chukwudozi condemned the ongoing kidnappings, stating that classrooms should not become battlegrounds.

He called for decisive action from both federal and state governments, insisting that educators deserve security and should not fear for their lives. Okechukwu Egbuna, the deputy chief of staff to the Anambra State governor, assured that the governor would respond to the situation and urged for the safe release of the captives.