Kogi State Government on Friday threatened to terminate the appointment of any of its staff, under its health sector, that participates in the ongoing indefinite strike by doctors in the state.
Kehinde Lawal, Acting Head of Service, in a circular on Friday warned that the state government will also adopt the policy of ‘no work no pay’ for any doctor on strike.
Lawal said government was doing its best to make sure that all the salary arrears of cleared officers, by the screening committee, would be paid within the shortest time possible.
“It is equally noteworthy for every union to realise that the best way to resolve any issue is through peaceful dialogue and not strike action.
“In view of the foregoing, any staff of Kogi State Government that decides to go on strike is hereby notified that such person will have his/her job at stake.
“The policy of ‘No Work No Pay’ will be adopted for any worker that embarks on strike action,” she said.
The state chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association had directed its members to embark on indefinite strike, claiming that the state government failed to pay salaries of its members, among other demands.
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