The Tertiary Health Institution National Consultative Forum, THINCF has said that there is genocide against health workers in the country.

It added that the federal government is careless about the plight of health workers.

THINCF called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to wake up to his responsibilities and save bleeding in the health sector, saying that health workers deserve better treatment.

The National Chairman FHI Sector MHWUN who also doubles as National Vice President Medical and Health Workers of Union Of Nigeria, Comrade Dr. Davidson Akilaiya disclosed this during the South-West Zonal meeting of THINCF held at FMC, Abeokuta on Tuesday.

He said “It is quite unfortunate, Nigeria is going through a lot at the moment , we feel for Nigerians because the Government tries to be careless about the plight of Nigerians, we are talking about Genocide against some sections of religion in this country but there is genocide against workers in the health sector in this country, JOASU members are being marginalized in their own environment, their rights and welfare is not being considered by the federal government”

Comrade Akilaiya while speaking with newsmen urged the Federal government to address the issue surrounding JOHESU’s strike with immediate effect.

He submitted that the health workers need to be taken care of and not made to suffer, lamenting that their rights and welfare is not being considered by the federal government.

“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should wake up to his responsibilities on this matter, he should act fast and save the bleeding in the health sector, they are complaining of Doctors running away from this country,  these are some of the issues, the Government should wake up and address these issues holistically, those who are on strike are Nigerians, they are not foreigners, they are people who are supposed to be taken care of by this Government, Government should take care of his citizens.

“If you look at it critically, the constitution of this country is very clear on the issue of welfare of Nigerians, the Ministry under which we are is also Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, unfortunately the issue of their welfare that has been on the frontline in the past 12 years has refused to be addressed and that is why the JOHESU is on strike.

” Strike notice was given 15 days to the Federal Government but in their usual character, mannerism, they didn’t do anything untill a day to the strike and the Minister of State for Health and Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for Economy were there tried to make passionate apeal, it goes beyond appeal,  i think we should get it serious with the health of Nigerians, when talking about growth in the GDP, is it not people that are doing well that will grow your GDP,  if Nigerians are not healthy how do you grow your GDP.

“These people are not serious about our healthy lives, so we feel for Nigerians, Nigerians should bear with us , a labourer is worthy of his weight, we need to be taken care of so that we can take care of  Nigerians too as Health Workers” he concluded

Also the Branch Chairman, MHWUN, FMC , Abeokuta  Comrade Famuyiwa Sarafadeen Ijoba  submitted that the meeting is to deepen in the key areas which are,  defending workers’ rights and privileges, strengthening engagement and mobilization at branch level, enhancing  capacity for effective collective bargaining, and reinforcing the spirit of solidarity, especially during national struggles.

“As we gather under the theme, “Workers’ Rights and Privileges: Strategies for Engaging and Mobilizing at the Branch Level, we are reminded that the engine room of a strong union lies in its branches. Our collective strength is built from the bottom up, and today’s gathering gives us the opportunity to strengthen our structures where it matters most.

“In recent times, including the ongoing JOHESU-led nationwide industrial action which continues on the 15th of November, 2025, we have seen once again the importance of unity. engagement, and strategic mobilization.

“The action is a reflection of our collective desire for fairness, Improved welfare, and full recognition of worker’s rights across the health sector. As responsible unionists, we remain committed to dialogue, constructive engagement, and peaceful resolution of all outstanding issues aflacting our members

“Let me, at this point, extend our profound appreciation to the National Leadership of our great union,  ably led by Comrade Dr. Kabiru Ado Sani Minjibir (Magavakin Minjibirs, and our indefatigable General Secretary. Comrade Awwaln Ynzuf Kiyawa (Zannau Kiyawa III, for their guidance, direction, and unwavering commitment to workers’ welfare.

“We also appreciate the Zonal leadership for their continuous support and for choosing Abeokuta as the host city for this important meeting.

“A special recognition goes to the Management of the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, under the able leadership of our Chief Medical Director/Medical Director, for the support extended to our members and for providing an enabling environment that made hosting this meeting possible. As union, we remain committed to maintaining a harmonious relationship that. abounces besh service delivery and workers’ welfare

“To my fellow branch executives and the hardworking members of MHWUN, FMC Abeokuta Branch, I say thank you for your dedication, resilience, and unwavering solidarity. Your efforts continue to make our branch a model of cooperation, unity  and proactive engagement. He concluded

The dignitaries present were the acting Medical Director of FMC Idi Aba Abeokuta, Dr  Adekunle Adediran,  former Nigerian Ambassador to the United Kingdom Sarafa Tunji Ishola, South West Zonal Coordinator of THINCF amongst others