Ebola: NUT rejects September 22 school resumption, directs its members to remain at home

The National Union of Teachers (NUT) has refused to obey Federal Government’s directive that all primary and secondary schools be re-opened on September 22, 2014. The body is arguing that the government is yet to put the necessary equipment in place in schools to prevent the spread of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). It has also argued that most of its teachers have not been trained yet on the best way to prevent the Virus.The NUT has therefore directed its members nationwide to stay away from schools until it is convinced “beyond reasonable doubt” that the government has provided all preventive and protective gadgets such as infra-red thermometers, sanitizers, running water, gloves and teachers adequately trained.
The NUT took this position in Abuja on Tuesday while addressing newsmen. Its National President made the announcement on behalf of the NUT.