ABUJA, NIGERIA – The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding improved welfare, fair allowances, and better working conditions for its members. Failure to meet these demands will result in a nationwide strike across all federal health institutions.
The ultimatum, signed by National Secretary Enya Osinachi and released by President Morakinyo-Olajide Rilwan, was issued in Abuja on Monday following an emergency National Executive Council meeting on July 10. The association stated that this action became necessary after a previous 15-day ultimatum, issued on July 14, expired without a “meaningful response” from the Federal Government or the Federal Ministry of Health.
If their demands are not met, the strike is scheduled to begin at 12:00 on Tuesday, July 29, involving a “total service withdrawal” across all federal health institutions. Nurses nationwide have been urged by the association to “comply fully and stand in solidarity.”
NANNM reaffirmed the central role of nurses in healthcare delivery, insisting that those contributing “60–70 per cent of hospital services” deserve improved welfare, fair treatment, and recognition. The association specifically rejected a June 27 circular from the National Salaries, Income and Wages Commission, calling for its reversal and demanding adjustments to various allowances, including shift, call duty, and retention. The nurses’ body urged the Federal Government to engage positively, emphasising that a well-supported nursing workforce is critical to quality healthcare outcomes and sustaining public health in Nigeria.
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