It has directed teachers to resume work on Thursday, following renewed engagements with the state government and assurances of enhanced security measures after the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area.
In a statement jointly signed by the union’s Oyo State Chairman, Hassan Ajibola Fatai, and Secretary, Olukayode Salami, on Wednesday, the union announced that the suspension followed a directive from its national leadership, issued after reviewing the prevailing security situation and considering appeals from the Oyo State Government and other key stakeholders.
The union directed all public primary and secondary school teachers across the state to resume official duties from Thursday, July 2, 2026, bringing an end to the industrial action that was declared in response to the k!dnapping of teachers and students in Oriire Local Government Area.
According to the statement, the decision was taken in the collective interest of teachers, learners and the general public after the government assured the union that sustained efforts were underway to secure the safe release of the abducted victims and strengthen security around schools and surrounding communities.
While directing members to return to the classrooms, the union urged teachers to remain vigilant, obey the law and promptly report any security threats within their schools and communities to the appropriate authorities.
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