The Federal Government has approved the payment of January 2026 salaries for members of the Joint Health Sector Unions, lifting the No Work, No Pay rule that was applied during the 84-day nationwide strike.
The approval came after JOHESU suspended its industrial action following a conciliation meeting with the Federal Government.
After the talks, the union directed its members across the country to return to work, citing concern for patients, the stability of the health system and public health safety.
In a statement released by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare through its Assistant Director of Press and Public Relations, Ado Bako, the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, said the decision showed the government’s readiness to resolve disputes through discussion and fair engagement.
He stated that the government remained committed to the welfare, dignity and professional growth of health workers, adding that dialogue and mutual understanding were still the best ways to settle labour issues in the health sector.
Salako also recognised the sacrifices made by health workers and their role in protecting the health of Nigerians.
He assured JOHESU members that none of them would face punishment, threats or any form of victimisation for taking part in the strike.
According to him, the government has approved the immediate release of January 2026 salaries and guaranteed that workers involved in the industrial action would not suffer reprisals.
The minister further said the administration would continue to engage with health sector unions to maintain industrial peace and improve healthcare services across the country.
He noted that efforts were ongoing to address unresolved matters, including negotiations on the Collective Bargaining Agreement and adjustments to the Consolidated Health Salary Structure.
Salako disclosed that the Federal Government plans to include provisions for the proposed salary adjustments in the 2026 Appropriation Act, in line with the template developed by the technical committee handling the matter.
He added that the decision to make room for salary adjustments in the 2026 budget showed the government’s intention to find lasting solutions for health workers through clear policies and funding plans.
The minister praised all parties involved in the discussions for their cooperation and sense of responsibility, while assuring Nigerians that the government remained focused on ensuring continuous, quality and accessible healthcare services nationwide.
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