Nurses under the umbrella of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) are set to begin a seven-day warning strike today (Tuesday), July 29, 2025.
The action follows the expiration of a 15-day ultimatum earlier issued to the federal government, demanding improved welfare packages, fair allowances, and enhanced working conditions for nurses.
A strike notice signed by NANNM’s National Secretary, Enya Osinachi, and released by its President, Morakinyo-Olajide Rilwan, confirmed that the decision was reached after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on July 10 in Abuja.
The NANNM–Federal Health Institutions (FHI) sector stated that the strike aims to compel the government into meaningful dialogue on urgent issues affecting nurses nationwide.
“The strike, starting at 12 on Tuesday, July 29, will involve total service withdrawal across all federal health institutions,” the notice read.
