Health professionals in Katsina State have declared a seven-day warning strike over the state government’s alleged failure to address their demands. The Assembly of Health Care Professionals in Katsina State announced the industrial action today, following the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the government. The association’s chairman, Comrade Ibrahim Balange, disclosed this while briefing journalists, stating that the strike would commence at midnight. Balange said the association had formally notified the state government of its intention to embark on the strike in a letter dated October 7, 2026. However, he regretted that most of the workers’ demands remained unresolved despite the expiration of the ultimatum. He explained that the decision followed repeated attempts to engage the government in dialogue and secure a peaceful resolution to issues affecting health professionals in the state. According to him, members had demonstrated patience and commitment to constructive engagement but could no longer justify further delays in addressing their concerns.The health professionals, however, expressed regret over the inconvenience the strike might cause the government and members of the public.