Nigerian Nurses Struggle as Verification Portal Shutdown Forces Many Back Home
In recent months, Nigerian nurses working abroad, particularly in the UK and US, have faced serious challenges after the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) deactivated its verification portal in February 2024. This portal is essential for nurses to renew their licenses and meet international standards. Without it, many Nigerian nurses are finding themselves […]
Nigerian Nurses Stranded Abroad and May Face Deportation Due to Certificate Verification Issues
Hundreds of Nigerian nurses are currently facing a serious crisis abroad due to the ongoing closure of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria’s (NMCN) certificate verification portal. This issue has left many nurses stranded in countries like the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and the UK, and some are even at risk of deportation. […]
Nigerian Doctor Accuses Nursing Council of Blocking Nurses’ Career Opportunities Abroad
Dr. Olufunmilayo, a prominent Nigerian doctor, has recently voiced strong criticism against the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN). According to Olufunmilayo, the NMCN is allegedly refusing to verify the licenses of nurses who want to relocate abroad. This verification is a crucial step for nurses intending to work in other countries. Olufunmilayo claims […]
Nurses and Midwives Join National Strike Called by NLC and TUC
The National Association of Nurses and Midwives has notified its members to take part in the nationwide strike organized by labor unions. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have initiated a countrywide strike starting Monday, June 3rd, to push for a new minimum wage for Nigerian workers. Salisu Abubakar, the […]