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Tension In Lagos: Doctors Down Tools, Hospitals Turn Away Sick And Dying
Healthcare services in Lagos State came to a standstill on Monday as doctors under the Medical Guild launched a three-day warning strike in protest over unresolved salary-related grievances with the state government.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The striking medical professionals—employees of the Lagos State Government—accused the authorities of making “illegal and disrespectful” deductions from their July salaries and of failing to clear 12 months of arrears owed to honorary consultants under the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS).
In an official announcement shared via the Guild’s verified handle, members were instructed to withdraw from all medical responsibilities for the duration of the strike. The association also warned that members who failed to comply with the directive would face disciplinary action.
According to Daily Trust, a visit to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) revealed deserted wards, with red ribbons marking restricted entry points. Several departments were shut, and patients were turned away.
At Randle General Hospital in Surulere, while administrative work continued, all clinical operations were suspended.
“I was told to take my son home. No doctors are available,” said Sunday Egbe, a frustrated parent whose son’s scheduled surgery was postponed due to the strike.
Attempts to reach the chairman of the Medical Guild, Dr. Moruf Abdulsalam, were unsuccessful as of press time. However, the Lagos State Ministry of Health issued a statement acknowledging the industrial action and appealing for a return to negotiations.
“We recognise the critical role of our healthcare workers and remain committed to resolving these matters. We call on the Guild to return to the table in the interest of public health,” the ministry stated.
The strike has sparked growing anxiety among Lagos residents, particularly those with urgent medical needs or scheduled procedures, as access to healthcare remains uncertain.
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