The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has given the federal government a 10-day ultimatum, threatening a nationwide strike if their welfare demands are not met.
The ultimatum, which expires on September 10 was a key outcome of the association’s recent Extraordinary National Executive Council meeting on Sunday.
The decision follows a series of unfulfilled promises by the government. NARD had previously issued a three-week ultimatum in July, which they extended by another three weeks in a bid to allow for negotiations.
Resident Doctors Strike date:
Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors Is slated to start from September 1 till Sept 10, 2025) to meet urgent demands or face a Nationwide Strike.
KEY ISSUES
- Unpaid 2025 Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF)
- Salary arrears & unpaid 2024 accoutrement allowance
- Delayed recognition/issuance of postgraduate certificates (MDCN & NPMCN)
- Neglect of welfare issues in Kaduna & Oyo States
NARD DEMANDS:
- Immediate payment of all outstanding funds
- Full recognition of postgraduate certificates
- Urgent resolution of doctors’ welfare crises
Doctors warn: Inaction = Total shutdown of Health
Service!!!!!!!
