The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) has reaffirmed its commitment to an indefinite national strike, despite the Federal Government’s enforcement of the ‘no work, no pay’ policy.

In a memo dated Tuesday and signed by National Secretary Martin Egbanubi, the union directed its affiliate leaders to continue the industrial action. The decision follows an emergency virtual meeting of JOHESU’s national leadership on January 12, where developments surrounding the strike were reviewed.

JOHESU stated the action arises from long-standing demands, including the full implementation of the adjusted Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS) and other welfare-related issues. The union emphasized that it complied with all legal procedures outlined in the Trade Disputes Act, asserting that the strike constitutes a lawful dispute of right, not a breach of industrial relations laws.

Responding to the government’s directive to halt salaries, JOHESU described the ‘no work, no pay’ policy as a standard tactic to pressure workers during unresolved labor disputes. The union urged members to remain committed, maintain solidarity, and continue monitoring, picketing, and media engagement to advance their demands.