ASUSS Chairman Urges Dialogue Amid NLC and NUT Strike

On October 8, 2026, various groups expressed concerns in Abuja regarding the ongoing strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) due to unresolved labor disputes and policy grievances affecting teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Mr. Julius Ogundiran, the ASUSS Chairman in the FCT, emphasized that secondary school teachers were not participating in the indefinite strike.

He warned that the closure of schools could hinder teachers' career advancement and disrupt students' academic progress. Ogundiran advocated for constructive dialogue among the NLC, NUT, FCT Administration, FCT Civil Service Commission, and relevant government agencies to resolve the issues.

He reassured parents and students that secondary school teachers would continue their instructional duties. Mr. Abdulkarim Muhammad, Secretary-General of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), urged all parties to prioritize students' interests and protect classrooms, while also calling for support for FCT Minister Mr. Nyesom Wike against political blackmail.