The Federal Government of Nigeria has appealed to striking health workers, specifically nurses, to suspend their industrial action, stating that the issues can be resolved through negotiation. The government, through the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Alli Pate, has scheduled a meeting with the leadership of nurses and doctors for Friday to address the issues. Additionally, the government announced the approval of a new Oncology Centre at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, as part of a broader “revolution in the health sector.”
Key Details
- Appeal to Strikers: The government has made a direct appeal to the nurses to call off their ongoing strike, emphasizing that dialogue and negotiation are the appropriate channels for resolution.
- Upcoming Meeting: A meeting with the leaders of the striking nurses and doctors is set for Friday to “thrash out” the issues that led to the strike.
- Government’s Stance: According to the Minister, the government has already reviewed the issues raised by the nurses and has taken action to address them.
- New Health Initiative: The Federal Executive Council has approved the establishment of an Oncology Centre at UCH, Ibadan. This is presented as a major step in the administration’s commitment to transforming the health sector.
- Minister’s Statement: The announcement was made by Prof. Alli Pate during a briefing with State House correspondents following the Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu in Abuja.
- Broader Vision: The Minister described the administration’s efforts as a “revolution in the health sector.”
