The Digest:
Primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have suspended their three-month strike, effective today, July 9, 2025, following a significant intervention by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.
Key Points:
- FCT primary teachers suspended a three-month strike.
- They return to classrooms today, July 9, 2025.
- The strike began on March 24 over unpaid salaries.
- FCT Minister Wike intervened to resolve the dispute.
- N16 billion disbursed for teachers’ entitlements.
- Funds cover June salary and 60% of the nine-month arrears.
- Resolution aims to normalize FCT education.
