Insecurity threatening Nigeria’s education future, says NUT president

Author: AyobamiPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Insecurity threatening Nigeria’s education future, says NUT president

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) president, Mr. Audu Amba, expressed concern over rising insecurity threatening basic education. He cited recent attacks in Kebbi and Niger states, including a teacher killed and student abductions. Amba urged the government to take urgent action to protect schools and the nation's future.

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