The union's National Chairman, Morakinyo Rilwan, stated that the government had 15 days to respond to their demands but failed to act, leaving them with no choice but to embark on the strike.
The nurses are demanding improvements in their working conditions, including:
- Upward review of shift allowance
- Uniform allowance adjustment
- Separate salary structure for nurses
- Increased core duty allowance
- Mass employment of nurses
- Establishment of a nursing department in the Federal Ministry of Health
Rilwan emphasized that the strike is a result of the government's insensitivity to the welfare of healthcare workers and the masses.
He warned that even if the government calls for negotiations during the strike, it will not stop the industrial action.
The union has planned a 21-day ultimatum after the warning strike, and if their demands are not met, they will proceed on an indefinite strike.