The Digest:
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) clarified that the ongoing strike will only be suspended, not called off, until the government addresses its demands. Deputy President Bornbless Obasi confirmed that any suspension requires ratification by the National Executive Council (NEC).
Key Points:
- NANNM Deputy President says the strike will only be suspended, not ended, after NEC approval.
- Previous government promises remain unfulfilled, leading to the strike’s continuation.
- Obasi highlights the government’s failure to implement agreements made last year.
- The union’s National Executive Council will review the latest negotiations in an emergency meeting.
- NANNM warns hospitals not to sanction members participating in the strike.
- A decision on whether to suspend the strike will be made at the NEC meeting on Saturday.
NANNM emphasizes that while they’re open to suspending the strike, this will only happen if the government takes concrete actions. The NEC’s upcoming meeting will determine the next steps based on the ongoing negotiations.
Sources: ARISE News
