The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) says its members have suspended the nationwide warning strike.
Morakinyo Rilwan, president of the association, told The Times of Abuja on Saturday that the industrial action was temporarily called off due to ongoing negotiations.
“We have suspended the strike because we are having a meeting with the federal government,” Rilwan said.
“We have had a Memorandum of Understanding.”
Chidi Aligwe, the assistant secretary-general of NANNM, also confirmed that the strike has been suspended.
“Nurses and midwives are to resume duty immediately,” Adigwe said.
The association also announced the suspension of the nationwide strike in a circular.
“NEC acknowledges the positive steps taken by the Federal Government in responding to the nine core demands of NANNM, particularly the commitment to clear timelines for implementation,” the circular reads.
“In view of the formal agreement reached, and in line with the principle of dialogue and good faith, NEC hereby suspends the ongoing nationwide strike action with immediate effect.
“NEC has directed the national leadership to continue monitoring the implementation of the signed MoU and track the government’s compliance with the agreed timelines.
“State councils are directed to mobilise members for the immediate resumption of duty. NEC resolved that no member of NANNM, including interns and locum nurses, should be victimised for participating in the nationwide strike.
“NEC appreciates the commitment and solidarity of all members throughout this action and reiterates that NANNM remains steadfast in defending the welfare, dignity, and professional rights of all nurses and midwives in Nigeria.”
