Nurses Plan to Join FCT Doctors' Strike
Nurses in FCT Threaten Strike Over Unpaid Allowances and Poor Working Conditions The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses And Midwives (NANNAM) has issued a warning that it may go on strike if its demands are not met. The association is demanding payment for 13 months of unpaid hazard allowances and other outstanding arrears. In response, NANNAM has given the FCT Administration a 15-day ultimatum to resolve these issues or face an indefinite strike. This move comes as resident doctors in the territory have already embarked on an indefinite strike over similar concerns. According to reports, nurses have been taking on additional responsibilities since the doctors' strike began, ensuring that patients receive care with special attention. If the doctors follow through on their threat, all general hospitals in the nation's capital could be forced to close in the coming days. Worsening Infrastructure and Staff Shortages In additio...