JUST IN: NURSES, MIDWIVES CALL OFF STRIKE, SAYS MINISTER
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Addressing reporters following a private meeting on Friday, Pate commented that the resolution was a result of accords established with the administration of the nursing association.
Nonetheless, the representatives of the union refrained from making statements regarding the issue after the confidential meeting on Friday afternoon.
Nurses and midwives under the association had commenced a warning strike on July 29, 2025, following what the union described as the government’s failure to respond meaningfully to its 15-day ultimatum issued on July 14, 2025.
The warning strike involving nurses in public health institutions across the country is expected to continue till August 5, 2025.
The strike stemmed from longstanding concerns about nurses’ welfare and poor working conditions, and the government’s reluctance to address their concerns.
The union had demanded improved welfare, fair allowances, and better working conditions for nurses across federal health institutions.
The union’s National Chairman, Morakinyo Rilwan, had stated that the Federal Government failed to engage meaningfully with the association during the window provided.
“As far as we are concerned, there has been no communication from the government to this moment. That is why we are saying the strike is going on, and nothing is stopping it. Even if the government calls today or tomorrow, it won’t stop the strike. They had enough time,” Rilwan noted.
The nurses’ requests encompass the enhancement of shift remuneration, modification of uniform compensation, establishment of an independent salary framework for nurses, augmentation of core duty remuneration, extensive recruitment of nurses, and the formation of a specialized nursing division within the Federal Ministry of Health.
Rilwan emphasized that the choice to initiate a strike was not solely made by the union’s leadership, but was propelled by a significant wave of dissatisfaction among members due to prolonged neglect.
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