The Digest:
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has called off its nationwide strike, which began on July 29, 2025. This decision comes after negotiations with the government, marking a temporary end to the industrial action.
Key Points:
- NANNM suspends strike following agreement with the government.
- The Minister of Health, Ali Pate, confirmed the development after a closed-door meeting.
- Union leaders declined to comment on the matter post-meeting.
- The strike began due to the government’s failure to respond to a 15-day ultimatum issued by NANNM on July 14, 2025.
- The strike had affected public health services and was set to continue until August 5, 2025.
- The suspension of the strike reflects progress in the ongoing negotiations.
- The government has yet to publicly release details of the agreement.
Nigerian nurses have temporarily suspended their strike, signaling progress in resolving their grievances with the government. The suspension is a step toward restoring normalcy in the country’s public health system while negotiations continue.
Sources: Daily Post, NANNM, Minister of Health, Ali Pate
