The Federal Government has welcomed the suspension of the teachers’ strike in Oyo State, calling it a triumph for dialogue and a major milestone in returning uninterrupted learning to public schools.
Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa explained that the breakthrough resulted from continuous negotiations between the Federal Ministry of Education, the Oyo State Government, and the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) at the national, zonal, and state levels.
Alausa’s position is contained in a statement issued by the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Mrs Folasade Boriowo, made available to journalists on Thursday in Abuja.
”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 Nigeria Union of Teachers and the Government of Oyo State,” he said.
The minister commended Oyo Governor, Seyi Makinde, for resolving the dispute through dialogue.
He also appreciated the leadership of the NUT at the national, zonal and state levels for working towards an amicable resolution of the matter in the interest of learners.
Alausa reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted access to quality education despite security challenges in parts of the country.
”Our children will remain in school and we will continue to educate them. We will not succumb to terror,” he said.
He also commended teachers across the country for their resilience and dedication to educating future generations.
The minister said that the Federal Government would continue to work with state governments, teachers’ unions, security agencies and other stakeholders to strengthen school safety, promote dialogue and protect every child’s right to quality education.
