Resident doctors at the Federal Medical Center (FMC) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, commenced a three-day warning strike on Thursday, June 4, 2026, following a recent theft and security breach within the hospital grounds. The industrial action was declared by Dr. Olanipekun Arise-Kola, President of the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) at FMC Abeokuta, during an emergency general meeting held on the same day.
In a communiqué signed by Dr. Arise-Kola and the Assistant General Secretary, Olufemi Alawode, the doctors expressed their unanimous decision to temporarily withdraw services as a protest against what they termed persistent security failures that endanger healthcare workers’ lives and property. The statement highlighted a specific incident at the House Officers’ Quarters, where five mobile phones, one laptop, cash, and a driver’s licence were stolen.
The communiqué read: “The Association of Resident Doctors at FMC Abeokuta formally brings to Management’s attention the grave concerns of its members regarding the recent security breach and theft at the House Officers’ Quarters. During this unfortunate event, several valuable belongings were taken, including five mobile phones, a laptop, cash, and a driver’s licence.”
It further stated: “This occurrence has intensified long-standing concerns about inadequate security on the premises. After an emergency meeting, members unanimously agreed that the current security situation poses a significant threat to their safety and property. Accordingly, members have resolved to undertake a three-day warning strike from June 4 to June 6, 2026, demanding that Management provide immediate, satisfactory assurances on implementing concrete security measures.”
Among the doctors’ demands are the replacement of stolen items by management, replacement of the current security firm with a more competent one, installation of adequate lighting across the hospital, deployment of CCTV cameras at key locations, provision of armed security personnel, and establishment of a functional police post near the quarters. The association reiterated its commitment to a cordial relationship with management but stressed that worker safety must be a top priority.