The Ondo doctors also warned that failure to address their demands would lead to an indefinite industrial action.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Doctors in Ondo State, under the aegis of the National Association of Government General and Dental Practitioners (NAGGMDP), have declared a three-day warning strike in the state.
This was disclosed in a statement jointly signed by the chairman of NAGGMDP, Ondo state chapter, Richard Obe, and the secretary, Adekunle Owolabi.
According to the body, the strike action will commence from Monday, July 14, 2025.
The statement also noted that the strike is in response to what NAGGMDP described as ‘gross neglect’ of the health sector and the welfare of medical professionals by the Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa-led administration.
They further highlighted other grievances to include shortage of medical personnel, stressing that some general hospitals operate with just one doctor.
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The Ondo doctors also condemned a sudden increase in taxation from April 2025 without prior consultation.
“Non-payment of salaries and allowances to eight newly recruited doctors employed since October 2024.
“Unpaid hazard allowances for October to December 2023 and January 2024.
“Outstanding promotion arrears from June to December 2024.
“Salary shortfalls and unpaid allowances for other members,” the statement said.
NAGGMDP added that the doctors are demanding immediate action from the state government to address the issues.
They warned that failure to address the demands during the warning strike would result in an indefinite industrial action, with widespread consequences for the state’s already fragile health system.
They, however, assured members of the public of their commitment to healthcare delivery, emphasizing that they can no longer continue to work under such difficult conditions.
The body noted that it had earlier issued a 14-working-day ultimatum to the state government, which expired on July 1, 2025.
