Abuja, Nigeria: Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, has appealed for constructive dialogue and collaboration to address the ongoing strike by primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following concerns raised by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), FCT Wing.
In a statement released on Monday in Abuja by the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Folasade Boriowo, the minister acknowledged the grievances related to the delayed implementation of the new national minimum wage for primary school teachers in the FCT.
Dr. Alausa emphasized the critical role teachers play in sustaining Nigeria’s foundational education system, adding that their welfare and professional development remain a national priority. He noted the Ministry of Education had reviewed with concern the communiqué issued by the NUT FCT Wing after its Emergency State Wing Standing Committee (SWSC) meeting held on March 22, 2025, in Gwagwalada, Abuja.
While primary education in the FCT is administered by the six Area Councils and their respective Local Education Authorities (LEAs), the minister stressed the importance of cooperation among all levels of government. He reaffirmed the Federal Ministry of Education’s commitment to mediating among stakeholders and fostering unity toward a sustainable resolution.
“The Ministry, in line with the principles of cooperative governance and shared responsibility, will continue to facilitate dialogue among all concerned parties to prevent further disruption to children’s learning,” Alausa stated.
He also called on Area Council Chairmen to take immediate, proactive steps to resolve the dispute, urging all parties to act in good faith and prioritize the needs of students.
Citing the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Alausa highlighted ongoing reforms in the basic education sector, including infrastructure improvement, digital learning initiatives, curriculum updates, and teacher training. He stressed that these national efforts must be matched by fairness and responsiveness to the concerns of educators.
The minister concluded by urging unions, local authorities, and education administrators to embrace transparency and dialogue in resolving the impasse, warning that unresolved issues risk undermining the integrity and stability of Nigeria’s basic education system.
By Enoch odesola/ June 30,2025
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