Low wages, harsh working conditions make nursing less attractive in Nigeria (Nigerian Tribune)

5 Jul 2025 09:19 am
Health

The nursing profession in Nigeria is facing challenges due to low wages and harsh working conditions making it less attractive for individuals to pursue. Nurses in the country are often overworked and underpaid leading to burnout and a shortage of skilled healthcare workers. This issue has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic which has put a strain on the already struggling healthcare system. As a result many nurses are leaving the profession or seeking employment opportunities abroad leaving a significant gap in the healthcare workforce. The government and healthcare institutions must address these issues to make nursing a more attractive and sustainable career option in Nigeria.

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  • 1) With nurses facing low pay and tough conditions, Is the government doing enough to make them stay?
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  • 2) With nurses overworked and underpaid, Is it time Nigeria rethinks how it treats its healthcare workers?
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  • 3) As more nurses leave for better jobs abroad, Do you worry about who will care for patients in Nigeria?
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  • 4) With even student nurses losing hope, Does nursing still have a future in Nigeria?
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  • 5) As hospitals are facing staff shortages and burnout, Could better welfare for nurses help fix Nigeria’s health system?
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