The Oyo State chapter of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives has called off its ongoing strike.
Journalists were able to obtain a statement that the union sent to Dr. Akin Fagbemi, the Chairman of the Oyo State Hospital Management Board, stating that the Oyo State government’s intervention caused the strike to be suspended.
The statement jointly signed by the State Chairman, Adeyemi Samuel and Secretary, Comrade Aina Emmanuel reads: “We write to inform you that following the commitments of the States Government to attend to our demands the leadership of NANNM Oyo State Council has approved for suspension of our indefinite strike for one month.
“This is to allow for the implementation of the remaining approved agitations.
“In the light of the above, all our members across the state have been directed to resume back to their duty from Wednesday 24th July 2024.
“We are optimistic that you will not relent your efforts in meeting all our demands.
“While thanking you for your efforts in addressing all our demands, please accept the assurances of our highest regards”.
In his succinct remarks, Dr. Akin Fagbemi, Chairman of the Oyo State Hospitals Management Board, praised Governor Seyi Makinde’s efforts, saying that he has given the nurses assurances Likethat their demands will be carried out.
