The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives–Federal Health Institutions (NAN- NM-FHI) Sector has rejected the recent review of nurses’ allowances by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission.
The association described reviewed allowances for nurses and midwives as “grossly inadequate” and failing to address the core welfare needs of its members.
In a statement signed by its National Secretary, Comrade NR. Enya Agatha Osinachi, the association expressed deep disappointment over the circular communicated through a letter dated June 2, 2025, from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
While NANNM-FHI noted that the letter referenced an upward review of call duty and shift duty allowances, the association said the final outcome fell far short of expectations.
“The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives-Federal Health Institution (NANNM-FHI) Sector expresses strong disappointment and disillusionment over the recent circular issued by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission regarding the review of allowances for nurses,” the statement read.
“We believe the provisions are not only inadequate but also fail to address the key concerns and welfare needs of our members.”
According to the association, the major areas where the current review was deemed insufficient include Shift Duty Allowances; Call Duty Allowances, and Specialty Allowances.
NANNM-FHI stated, “Nurses working night, weekend, and irregular shifts continue to receive allowances that do not reflect the demands or risks of their roles.
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