Health services at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) continue on a partial basis as members of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) sustain their ongoing industrial action.
A visit to the facility shows that some patients still receive medical attention, as resident doctors remain at their duty posts despite tensions in the health sector, Mediaplusng.com reports. However, several services are disrupted, leading to delays and reduced operations in some departments.
The situation unfolds as uncertainty grows over labour relations in the health sector, with unions insisting on the full implementation of agreements reached with the Federal Government. Hospital activities remain uneven, with only essential and limited services available to patients.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) announces plans to resume its earlier suspended total, indefinite, and comprehensive strike from January 12, 2026, Mediaplusng.com understands. The decision follows what the association describes as the Federal Government’s failure to honour key resolutions reached with the doctors.
NARD maintains that repeated assurances by the authorities have not translated into concrete action, prompting renewed strike plans. The association warns that the action could further strain healthcare delivery nationwide if unresolved.
Patients at LASUTH express concern over the partial services, calling on the government and health unions to urgently resolve their differences to prevent a full shutdown of public hospitals.
Health analysts say a prolonged strike could worsen access to healthcare, especially for low-income earners who depend largely on public medical facilities.
As discussions continue, stakeholders urge both the Federal Government and health unions to return to the negotiating table to avert further disruption and safeguard public health services.
