Zamfara State wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has joined its counterparts across the country in a peaceful protest to demand improved security for teachers and students, following the abduction of some teachers and learners by suspected bandits in Oyo State
The protest which held in Gusau, the Zamfara State Capital was triggered by recent incidents involving the kidnapping of teachers and students, which have raised fresh concerns over safety in schools.
The protesters carried placards bearing various inscriptions such as “the pen must never bow to the gun,” “Schools must be safe havens, not crime scenes,”
Others are an injury to one is an injury to all “Protect those who shape tomorrow,” and “When teachers are safe, the nation is safe among others.
Speaking during the protest, the Zamfara State NUT Chairman, Comrade Sanusi Abdullahi Anka, who was represented by the State Deputy Chairman, Comrade Hassan Lawal, urged governments at all levels to take decisive steps to improve security in schools and communities.
Comrade Sanusi Anka called for the immediate and unconditional release of all abducted victims, stressing that the safety of teachers and students must be treated as a top priority by authorities.
He argued that, the safety of teachers and students are critical to the development of education and national progress.
Comrade Anka reiterated the Union commitment to advocating for the protection of the entire schools, teachers and students.
Representatives of the State NLC were present during the protest.
AMINU DALHATU
