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Kwara: Nurses, midwives association join nationwide warning strike 

Kwara State Council of the National Association of Nurses and Midwives, NANNM, has joined the nationwide warning strike action called by the national body of the association. The one-week warning strike, is in solidarity with the directive of the national secretariat of the association following the continued failure of the Federal government to address longstanding
Kwara: Nurses, midwives association join nationwide warning strike 

Kwara State Council of the National Association of Nurses and Midwives, NANNM, has joined the nationwide warning strike action called by the national body of the association.

The one-week warning strike, is in solidarity with the directive of the national secretariat of the association following the continued failure of the Federal government to address longstanding and critical demands affecting the nursing profession in the country as clearly stated in the communiques released by the national executive council of the association.

A statement by the Kwara State Secretary of the association, Markus Lucas, in Ilorin on Wednesday, said “We as nurses in Kwara state, stand with our colleagues nationwide in pressing for the fulfillment of the demands which include among others, implementation of the National Industrial Arbitration Court judgment of January 27,2012.

Others include upward review of professional allowances for nurses and midwives, adequate employment of nursing personnel and provision of essential health facility equipment and establishment of department of nursing in the Federal Ministry of Health.

The association is also demanding the inclusion of nurses in the leadership and policy making bodies of the health sector as well as fair representation of nurses in federal health institutions in the country.

The demands, the association argued, “are aimed at improving the quality of healthcare delivery, enhancing professional development and ensuring a better welfare system for Nigerian nurses.

“While the national struggle continues, we in Kwara State also face our own peculiar challenges and unresolved issues with the state government,” even as the association commended Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq for his efforts and recent approval of a 25 percent salary upward review for nurses in the state.

“However, this is just one of the seven key demands previously submitted to the state government among other critical issues affecting nurses in Kwara State,” the association added.

It listed the issues to include review of entry points for graduate nurses to reflect their level of training and qualifications, career progression pathways for nurses with single qualifications and teaching, call duty and rural allowances for nurses working in undeserved areas among others.

The association asserted that addressing the demands will significantly improve the welfare, motivation and working conditions of nurses in the state, which in turn will enhance healthcare services delivery across Kwara State.

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Vaccination, community engagement key to child survival – Experts

In order to guarantee the survival and well-being of children in Ogun State and Nigeria at large, health experts and stakeholders have underlined the significance of early childcare, timely vaccination and active community involvement. They stated this on Wednesday, during the quarterly meeting of the Social and Behavioural Change, SBC Committee, organized by the Ministry
Vaccination, community engagement key to child survival – Experts

In order to guarantee the survival and well-being of children in Ogun State and Nigeria at large, health experts and stakeholders have underlined the significance of early childcare, timely vaccination and active community involvement.

They stated this on Wednesday, during the quarterly meeting of the Social and Behavioural Change, SBC Committee, organized by the Ministry of Information and Strategy in Abeokuta.

The meeting held in collaboration with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), had in attendance representatives of government ministries, civil society organizations, media partners, among others.

DAILY POST reports that the SBC Committee formally regarded as S-SOMTEC, focuses on fostering integrated and evidence-based social and behavioural change interventions that address key child rights issues.

The multi-sectoral committee is aimed at driving positive behavioural change at individual and community levels by addressing barriers that hinder children’s well-being across various areas.

UNICEF SBC Specialist, Mr. Michael Oyediji, noted that childhood illnesses such as polio and measles remain a threat, especially when preventive measures are ignored, emphasizing the need for proper hygiene practices and public health education to curb infections.

Mr. Oyediji also encouraged expectant mothers to attend at least four antenatal clinic visits to detect health risks early and reduce maternal and infant mortality.

A health educator with the Ogun State Primary Health Care Development Board, Waheed Elegede, asserted that change must begin with oneself before spreading to others, urging all parties involved to fully comprehend the different illnesses that children are prone to so that they can effectively educate the public.

He listed various disease like hepatitis, tetanus, measles, diarrheal, Human papillomavirus infection among others, stressing that they can be prevented by getting vaccinated .

Speaking earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Strategy, Waheed Adesina, said reforms in federal investments, health, education, and social policy must go beyond awareness,  and called for deliberate efforts to address cultural, economic, and psychological barriers.

Adesina commended the Programme Director, Kemi Ewedairo-Yusuf, and her team, for their tireless efforts in ensuring that plans materialize into the protection of lives for every community in the state.

“Today, we reconvene not merely as stakeholders, but as architects of a future where every child and mother in Ogun State thrives through our collective resolve. These discussions are not academic; they are lifelines connecting policy to the grassroots, where a child’s survival often hangs in the balance” he added.

Kemi Ewedairo-Yusuf, in her welcome address, noted that the gathering is a testament the of shared commitment to not only inform but also inspire action that transforms lives across Ogun State.

“The agenda before us reflects the urgency of our mission—from capacity building to mobilisation techniques for immunization. Let us engage with purpose, knowing that every idea shared here has the potential to ripple through communities, fostering healthier, safer futures for our children and families.”

Vaccination, community engagement key to child survival – Experts