Manny Ita –
Public primary and secondary schools across the Federal Capital Territory have been shut down following the commencement of an indefinite strike by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) on Monday.
The union directed its members to withdraw their services over unresolved issues with the FCT Administration, including the non-implementation of agreed welfare packages, unpaid entitlements, and delays in salary-related adjustments. According to NUT officials, repeated negotiations with authorities failed to yield concrete results, prompting the decision to embark on strike action.
The shutdown has left thousands of students stranded at home, raising concerns among parents and education stakeholders about the potential impact on academic calendars, especially as many schools are approaching examination periods.
Education advocates have called on the FCT Administration to urgently engage with the union to resolve the impasse and minimize disruption to learning. Meanwhile, some parents are exploring alternative arrangements, including private lessons, to keep their children academically engaged during the strike.
As of now, there is no clear timeline for when schools will reopen, as the union insists the strike will continue until their demands are fully addressed.
