Nurses
By JOY ADARA, Abuja –
National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has called off its seven-day warning strike following productive negotiations with the Federal Government.
The suspension was announced in a statement released to the press in Abuja on Saturday, August 2, 2025, signed by NANNM National President, Mr. Haruna Mamman, and National Secretary, Dr. T.A. Shettima.
The decision came after a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Saturday to review the outcomes of discussions with the Federal Government on August 1.
The meeting, which included the Ministers of Health, Labour and Employment, and other key stakeholders, resulted in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a time-bound implementation framework.
“After thoroughly assessing the MoU and the government’s commitments, the NEC resolved to suspend the strike, recognizing the constructive steps taken to address our nine key demands,” the statement read.
The NEC further directed NANNM’s national leadership to closely monitor the government’s adherence to the agreed timelines.
The association instructed all state councils to mobilize members for an immediate return to work.
“No NANNM member, including interns and locum nurses, should face victimization for participating in this strike,” the statement emphasized, underscoring the association’s commitment to protecting its members.
The NEC also commended the solidarity and dedication shown by nurses and midwives during the industrial action.
“NANNM remains unwavering in its mission to safeguard the welfare, dignity, and professional rights of all nurses and midwives across Nigeria,” Mamman and Shettima affirmed in the statement.
