Zamfara Govt Warns Striking Nurses, Midwives: ‘No Work, No Pay’

The Zamfara State Government has threatened to enforce a “no work, no pay” policy against striking nurses and midwives, as the industrial action continues to disrupt health services across the state.

In a directive to public hospitals, authorities ordered the immediate opening of attendance registers to monitor compliance by health workers. The government said the decision was necessary to safeguard essential services and protect patients, especially women, children, and other vulnerable groups who rely heavily on public healthcare facilities.

The nurses and midwives are currently on strike over unpaid salary arrears, improved welfare, and better working conditions. Union leaders insist that the government has failed to honour previous agreements, leaving health workers with no option but to down tools.

While appealing for patience, the state government urged the striking workers to return to duty, promising continued dialogue to address their demands. Officials, however, warned that sanctions would be applied if the strike persists.

The face-off has left many public hospitals in Zamfara understaffed, with patients reportedly stranded or forced to seek medical care at private clinics.