The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives announced Saturday that it is suspending its nationwide strike following a successful negotiation with government officials.
Public hospital nurses launched a “warning strike” on July 30, demanding improvements in wages, working conditions, and staff numbers. The union revealed that authorities have now addressed their concerns and provided “clear timelines” for implementing the agreed changes.
Initially, the union had warned it would escalate the protest into an indefinite strike if their demands weren’t met. However, following constructive talks with representatives from the Ministries of Health and Labour, the strike has been called off.
Nigeria’s public healthcare system has long been plagued by chronic underfunding and severe staff shortages. Recurring industrial actions by medical workers often bring government hospitals to a standstill, while many healthcare professionals continue to migrate abroad in search of better opportunities.
