The Federal Teaching Hospital, Akure, has urged the Ondo State chapter of the Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals (NUAHP) to call off its planned strike scheduled to begin April 8, 2026. The union, led by chairman Elusoji Olumide, cited unresolved grievances over staff welfare, professional standing, and working conditions, accusing the Chief Medical Director of failing to address long-standing trade disputes. In response, the hospital's Head of Public Relations, Mr. Tope Fayehun, dismissed the claims as unfounded and misleading, insisting they do not reflect the institution's values of transparency and collaboration. Fayehun emphasized that the hospital adheres to federal standards, safeguards staff welfare, and delivers quality healthcare. Management denied allegations of arbitrary staff removals, forced transfers, demotions, or intimidation, stating all personnel decisions follow due process. The hospital called for continued dialogue, stressing the importance of cooperation in ensuring uninterrupted patient care. Stakeholders were invited to verify the institution's commitment to fairness and professionalism.
Elusoji Olumide's decision to push for a strike despite the hospital's public rebuttal risks disrupting healthcare access in Akure at a time when public trust in federal institutions is fragile. The standoff exposes how unresolved internal disputes in critical hospitals can quickly escalate into service threats without binding resolution mechanisms. For patients dependent on FUTA Teaching Hospital, delays in care matter more than administrative arguments.
