The Federal Government has announced that the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has called off its seven-day nationwide warning strike, which began on July 30, 2025, following productive negotiations with the Federal Ministry of Health.
The announcement was made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, during a press briefing after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in Abuja on Friday, August 1, 2025.
The strike, which disrupted healthcare services across federal hospitals, medical centers, and specialist institutions, was initiated to protest poor remuneration, staff shortages, unpaid allowances, and inadequate working conditions.
NANNM had issued a 15-day ultimatum to the government on July 14, demanding, among other things, the creation of a nursing department in the Ministry of Health, better equipment, and revised professional allowances.Prof.
Pate revealed that the government engaged in “active dialogue” with NANNM leadership, resulting in an agreement to address key demands.
“We have reached a resolution, and the nurses and midwives have agreed to suspend the strike, effective immediately, to allow for further negotiations,” he stated.
He highlighted recent investments in healthcare infrastructure, such as oncology centers in Katsina, Enugu, and Maiduguri, as evidence of the government’s commitment to improving conditions for health workers.
NANNM’s National Chairman, Morakinyo Rilwan, confirmed the suspension, noting that the government had shown good faith by withdrawing a controversial June 27 circular on allowances and committing to immediate recruitment of nurses to address staffing shortages.
“Our members have agreed to return to work while we continue discussions to resolve all outstanding issues,” Rilwan said, adding that the union would monitor compliance closely.
The strike’s suspension brings relief to patients, as federal hospitals resume full operations.
However, Rilwan warned that failure to meet the agreed terms within a stipulated period could lead to a 21-day ultimatum for an indefinite strike, in line with labor laws.
The government has scheduled a follow-up meeting with NANNM for next week to finalize agreements on allowances and working conditions.
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