The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in Nigeria has officially lifted the 'No Work, No Pay' embargo on the salaries of health workers following the suspension of a strike by members of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU). This decision was communicated through a memo which urged the removal of the salary embargo, addressing the Accountant-General of the Federation. The memo highlights resolutions made on February 5, 2026, which facilitated the agreement between the Federal Government and JOHESU to resolve the labor dispute.

The strike, which initiated on November 15, 2025, was a response to various grievances related to working conditions and remuneration for health sector workers. The lifting of the salary embargo indicates a step towards restoring normalcy within the health sector, allowing the affected workers to receive their outstanding January salaries while ensuring that future disputes can be negotiated through dialogue rather than work stoppages.

The resolution of this labor issue underscores the importance of cooperative relations between the government and labor unions in Nigeria's public health sector, which is crucial for maintaining essential health services. It reflects not only the immediate impact on health workers' financial security but also represents a larger commitment to addressing ongoing concerns within Nigeria's health infrastructure, thereby aiming to prevent future strikes and disruptions in service delivery.