Championing quality education and teachers' welfare since 1931. We represent over 500,000 teachers across Nigeria, advocating for better working conditions and educational standards.
Theme: "The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to implement welfare packages approved for teachers by his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari since 2020."
Jun 08, 2025The Nigeria Union of Teachers has said that a shift to computer-based examinations by West African Examinations Council and the National Examinations Council will not eliminate malpractices.
Jun 08, 2025The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has said government at all levels has relegated teaching, describing it as the most relegated profession in the country.
Jun 08, 2025The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) was founded in 1931 to promote the interests of teachers and improve the quality of education in Nigeria. As the oldest trade union in Nigeria, NUT has played a pivotal role in shaping educational policies and teachers' welfare.
From its humble beginnings with just a few members, NUT has grown to become one of the largest and most influential trade unions in Africa, representing over 500,000 teachers across all 36 states of Nigeria.
To be the leading teachers' union in Africa, recognized for excellence in promoting quality education, professional development, and the welfare of teachers.
We envision an education system where every Nigerian child has access to quality education delivered by motivated, well-trained, and adequately compensated teachers.
To protect and advance the professional, economic, and social rights of teachers while promoting quality education for all Nigerian children.
We achieve this through advocacy, professional development programs, collective bargaining, and partnerships with government and educational stakeholders.
The NUT operates through a well-defined organizational structure that ensures effective representation of teachers at all levels.
Comprehensive legal support for professional matters
Access to affordable healthcare plans
Continuous professional development opportunities
Loans, grants, and emergency assistance
With offices in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, we're never far from our members.
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The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to implement welfare packages approved for teachers by his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari since 2020.
Read MoreThe Nigeria Union of Teachers has said that a shift to computer-based examinations by West African Examinations Council and the National Examinations Council will not eliminate malpractices.
Read MoreThe Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has said government at all levels has relegated teaching, describing it as the most relegated profession in the country.
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