The nationwide strike by Nigerian nurses and midwives has been suspended following successful negotiations with the federal government, Health Minister Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate announced Friday.
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) agreed to end its industrial action after a closed-door meeting with government officials at the Ministry of Health headquarters.
While Minister Pate confirmed the resolution to reporters, union leaders declined immediate comment on the specific terms of the agreement.
The health workers had begun a warning strike on July 29 after the expiration of a 15-day ultimatum issued to the government on July 14. Their grievances included unresolved welfare and working condition demands.
“The strike has been called off following productive discussions,” Pate stated, though details of the settlement remain undisclosed.
The development comes as relief to public hospitals across Nigeria, where healthcare services had been significantly disrupted during the three-day work stoppage.
Observers await official communication from NANNM leadership regarding the concessions secured from government.
The union’s previous demands included improved hazard allowances, staffing ratios and timely implementation of promotions.
