Ondo Nurses Suspend 4-Day-Old Indefinite Strike

News Investigators/ The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Ondo State Council, has suspended its four-day-old indefinite strike.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that nurses and midwives in the state government-owned hospitals and health centres began an indefinite strike on Jan. 31.

Lucky Aremu, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the association, made this known in a statement on Monday in Akure.

“The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), hereby, announces the suspension of the indefinite industrial action embarked upon by nurses across all state public health institutions.

“This decision follows a series of negotiations with the Ondo State Government, which culminated in assurances and commitments to address our demands.

“These demands includes proper remuneration, welfare, conversion issues and improved working conditions.

“In light of these developments, and in the spirit of goodwill, we have decided to give the government the benefit of the doubt to fulfil its promises,” he said.

Mr Aremu appreciated the unwavering support, resilience and solidarity demonstrated by association’s members.

He added that their dedication had been instrumental in amplifying the association’s collective voice.

Mr Aremu extended the gratitude to members of the public for their understanding, patience and involvement while the strike lasted.

He asked all nurses and midwives in the government owned health facilities to resume at their official posts on Tuesday.

“While we suspend the strike, we remain vigilant and committed to ensuring that the government honours its commitments.

“We will not hesitate to take necessary actions should there be any breach of the trust,” he said.

NAN