The Federal Government has welcomed the suspension of the teachers' strike in Oyo State, describing the development as a significant victory for dialogue, collaboration, and the education of Nigerian children.

Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, said the resolution of the industrial action was achieved through sustained engagement between the Federal Ministry of Education, the Oyo State Government, and the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) at the national, South-West zonal, and state levels.

According to the minister, the agreement has cleared the way for teachers to return to classrooms, restoring normal academic activities in public schools across the state. "This is a victory for dialogue and collaboration.

Most importantly, it is a victory for the education of our children," Alausa said, adding that the successful resolution underscores the importance of constructive engagement in addressing labour disputes.

He commended Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for his leadership in resolving the impasse through dialogue and praised the National President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, Comrade Audu Titus Amba, alongside the union's South-West zonal and Oyo State leadership, for prioritising the interests of students.

The strike had disrupted academic activities in public schools following security concerns raised by the union after the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area.

The union eventually suspended the industrial action after receiving assurances from the state government on improved security measures, intensified efforts to rescue the abducted victims, and renewed commitment to strengthening the Safe School Initiative.

As part of the agreements reached, the Oyo State Government pledged to establish a joint security task force to patrol vulnerable schools, improve emergency response systems, strengthen intelligence gathering around educational institutions, and enhance school safety infrastructure.

The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with state governments, teachers' unions, security agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure that schools remain safe and conducive for learning across the country.

Alausa also expressed appreciation to teachers for their resilience and dedication despite prevailing challenges, assuring them of the Federal Government's continued commitment to their welfare and to ensuring that every Nigerian child has uninterrupted access to quality education.