JOHESU suspends strike after Lagos Assembly intervention
The Joint Health Sector Unions in Lagos has suspended its strike after intervention from the Lagos State House of Assembly. Union leaders said the decision followed wide consultations and assurances that their concerns would be addressed. Members have now been directed to return to work across health facilities. According to the union’s state secretary, discussions […]
We will go on strike again if our demands are not met by April – JOHESU
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) have warned that they may embark on another nationwide strike if the Federal Government fails to meet their demands by April. The union said it has exercised patience for months but will no longer tolerate delays on issues affecting its members. JOHESU leaders explained that their demands centre on […]
Health unions dismiss reports of crisis at Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja
Health unions in Lokoja have dismissed claims that the Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja (FTHL) is in crisis. The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) say the hospital is functioning well, despite protests by some doctors. Recently, a group of doctors staged a protest, demanding the reinstatement […]
Lagos health workers begin three-day strike
Health workers in Lagos have launched a three-day warning strike starting December 11, 2024, in response to the state’s failure to implement promised adjustments to the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS). The strike, which will run until December 13, is being led by a coalition of health sector unions. The unions participating in the strike […]