University_of_Lagos medical lecturers strike

Medical and dental lecturers at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, under the Nigerian Association of Medical and Dental Academics, UNILAG chapter>>>, commenced an indefinite strike on May 18, 2026. This action follows the collapse of negotiations with the university management, led by Vice Chancellor Folasade Ogunsola>>>, over unresolved welfare and regulatory issues, despite a three-week ultimatum. The strike, signed off by Nigerian Association of Medical and Dental Academics, UNILAG chapter>>> Chairman Andrew Omotayo Ugburo>>>, has led to the suspension of all academic, clinical, and research activities, including lectures, tutorials, seminars, ward rounds, and examinations. The union insists the strike will continue until demands outlined in their April 22, 2026 letter are addressed and circulars from the Nigeria — National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission>>> and Nigeria — National Universities Commission>>> are implemented. This dispute adds to concerns about recurring industrial actions in Nigeria>>>'s university system.