Oyo Schools Shut As Residents Protest Abduction Of Students, Teachers

Leadership | 02-06-2026 06:28am |

Public schools in all 33 local government areas of Oyo State were closed on Monday in response to a directive from the National Secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, which called for a nationwide peaceful protest. This action was taken to demand the immediate release of students and teachers who were recently abducted. The closure of schools has led to a significant disruption of academic activities across the state. The protest reflects growing concerns over the safety of educational institutions and the well-being of students and staff.

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