Oyo NUT Demands Security Measures Before School Reopening

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Oyo State has declared an indefinite strike, citing safety concerns following the abduction of 40 students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15. Mr.

Olukayode Salami, the union's secretary, stated that schools will not reopen until significant security improvements are implemented across vulnerable areas of the state. The union emphasized that the worsening security situation, which has included the killing of two teachers and ongoing captivity of victims, has created serious fear among the school community.

Salami outlined that the conditions for resuming academic activities include the safe rescue of abducted individuals and the establishment of protective measures against future occurrences. The union has engaged with relevant authorities to monitor the situation and is awaiting concrete actions to restore confidence in the safety of schools.

Salami condemned attacks on schools and called for a stronger security presence, including increased patrols and the formation of joint security teams.