FUTA TEACHING HOSPITAL ACTIVATES CONTINGENCY MEASURES AMID STRIKE
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By: Balogun Ibrahim
The Management of the Federal University of Technology, Akure Teaching Hospital in Ondo State has condemned the ongoing industrial action embarked upon by workers of the institution.
The hospital chapter of the Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals (NUAHP) had earlier commenced a strike, demanding the withdrawal of the hospital’s organogram and the establishment of a separate Department of Medical Laboratory Services.
The union also reportedly protested the appointment of two deputy chairmen of the Medical Advisory Committee overseeing Clinical Services and Diagnostic Services in the hospital.
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In a statement issued on Thursday by the Head of Public Relations Unit, Mr. Tope Fayehun, the management described the strike action as illegal and unjustified.
The institution, however, assured the public that despite the disruption, the delivery of quality healthcare services remains its top priority as a Federal Government-owned facility.
The statement reaffirmed management’s commitment to patients’ welfare and continuity of care, noting that contingency measures had been activated to reduce service disruptions.
It acknowledged that the industrial action had affected routine and emergency diagnostic services, leading to delays in clinical decision-making and forcing some patients to seek laboratory services elsewhere at additional cost.
Management expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to patients and their families, adding that efforts were underway to minimise further disruption across the hospital.
It maintained that all administrative decisions taken were in line with public service rules, government circulars, and the approved schemes of service, and were aimed at improving governance, efficiency, and patient care.
According to the statement, previous engagements between management and union leaders had produced 23 agreed resolutions intended to promote industrial harmony and better healthcare delivery, which remain valid for implementation.
The hospital also distanced itself from any actions that could jeopardise patient safety, disrupt essential services, or endanger government property within its premises.
It further clarified that the directive requiring staff to submit office and access keys during industrial action was not punitive, but a longstanding security protocol meant to protect facilities and sensitive equipment.
Management explained that the measure was introduced to ensure accountability and safeguard public assets during periods of service disruption.
The institution appealed to NUAHP leadership to prioritise patient welfare and reconsider actions affecting critical healthcare services, stressing its commitment to sustaining essential operations through alternative arrangements while keeping the public informed.
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