Health workers threaten strike over unpaid allowances

The Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals has called for a nationwide strike over unpaid allowances and unfulfilled commitments by the Federal Government. The union, in a communiqué, highlighted the lack of implementation of agreed salary adjustments, outstanding entitlements, and the continued delay in paying 19 months' arrears of reviewed professional allowances.

The action follows prolonged delays in implementing the Federal Government's commitments under the Terms of Settlement signed on February 5, 2026. The union urged the government to honor its obligations as soon as possible to prevent further industrial action. Additionally, the union expressed concerns over the delay in promoting eligible health professionals on CONHESS 14 and urged the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare to direct healthcare institutions to comply with relevant guidelines for their promotion.

The union also called for legislative changes in the health sector to be halted, citing concerns over the implications for allied health professionals and the wider healthcare system.