Nigerian Nurses End Nationwide Strike
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives has suspended its nationwide warning strike.
This decision comes after a virtual meeting of the association’s National Executive Council and a meeting with key stakeholders, including the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
The nurses and midwives had embarked on a seven-day warning strike to press for several demands, including an upward review of shift allowance, adjustment of uniform allowance, a separate salary structure for nurses, an increase in core duty allowance, mass recruitment of nurses, and the establishment of a nursing department in the Federal Ministry of Health.
According to the Assistant Secretary-General of the association, the strike has been suspended and nurses and midwives are expected to resume duty immediately.
A circular issued by the association’s leadership confirmed the suspension, citing the Federal Government’s commitment to implementing agreements within specified timelines.
The association’s leadership has directed its members to resume work while continuing to monitor the implementation of the signed Memorandum of Understanding.
The association assured its members that no nurse or midwife would face victimization for participating in the strike, appreciating their commitment and solidarity throughout the action.
