NUT Demands Urgent Rescue of Kidnapped Oyo Teachers and Students

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has called on the government and security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the safe release of teachers and pupils abducted during coordinated attacks on schools in Ahoro-Esinele and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. 

The union expressed concern over the prolonged captivity of the victims, describing the situation as deeply troubling and emotionally devastating for families, schools, and the teaching community. 

For more information about the Nigeria Union of Teachers, visit: https://nutnigeria.org 

Growing Concern Over Victims’ Welfare 

In a statement released in Ibadan by the Oyo State NUT Chairman, Hassan Fatai, and Secretary, Salami Olukayode, the union noted that the continued detention of the abducted teachers and students has caused severe psychological distress to their loved ones. 

The concern heightened after a video reportedly released by the kidnappers surfaced online, showing the victims in difficult conditions while pleading for their freedom. 

According to the union, the development is heartbreaking and unacceptable, stressing that no teacher or child should be subjected to such traumatic experiences. 

NUT Urges Government and Security Agencies to Act Fast 

The union acknowledged ongoing rescue efforts by security agencies but emphasized that more urgent and decisive actions are needed. 

A Call for Coordinated Security Operations 

The NUT urged authorities to adopt a coordinated and intelligence-driven approach to ensure the immediate rescue of the victims. 

The union also called for: 

• Enhanced surveillance across affected communities. 

• Stronger community intelligence gathering. 

• Deployment of all necessary operational measures. 

• Increased collaboration between security agencies and local stakeholders. 

Additional information on security updates in Nigeria can be found through the official website of the https://www.npf.gov.ng and the https://www.defencehq.mil.ng. 

Community Support Needed 

The teachers’ union encouraged community leaders, residents, and stakeholders to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could assist rescue operations. 

According to the union, community participation remains vital in addressing the growing challenge of school insecurity in Nigeria.

“This is not a moment for hesitation. It is a moment for coordinated intelligence-driven effort to ensure the immediate and safe release of all abducted pupils and teachers.” — Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT)

Commitment to Safe Schools 

The union reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that schools remain safe learning environments rather than targets for criminal activities. 

It stressed that every child deserves access to education in a secure environment, while teachers should be able to carry out their duties without fear of violence or abduction. 

The continued captivity of the abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State has raised serious concerns about school security, teacher safety, and student welfare. While rescue efforts are ongoing, the Nigeria Union of Teachers is urging authorities to act swiftly to secure the victims’ release and prevent future attacks on schools. Ensuring the safety of educational institutions remains critical to protecting Nigeria’s future and restoring confidence in the education sector.