Nigeria: Resident Doctors Threaten Nationwide Strike
[Premium Times] NARD said the proposed Total and Comprehensive Industrial Strike (TICS) would commence at 8 a.m. on 10 August unless its demands are met before the deadline.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has warned of a potential nationwide indefinite strike starting August 10th if the federal government does not address pressing issues affecting resident doctors. These concerns include outstanding salary arrears, welfare concerns, and other longstanding problems. The threat of the Total and Comprehensive Industrial Strike (TICS) was announced following a meeting of the association's National Executive Council.
NARD emphasized that the welfare of resident doctors and the healthcare system's survival are non-negotiable, despite their commitment to constructive engagement and dialogue. Among their demands are the immediate payment of unpaid salaries and allowances, the resolution of outstanding arrears from previous salary structure reviews, and ensuring the timely disbursement of the 2026 Medical Residency Training Fund to eligible doctors.
The association also expressed concerns over intimidation at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital and the need for a national protocol to prevent violence against healthcare workers. NARD highlighted issues such as inadequate infrastructure, underfunding, and shortages of healthcare workers, all of which limit access to quality healthcare for millions of Nigerians.
The association urged governments to increase investment in healthcare, improve primary healthcare services, and recruit more health workers to advance universal health coverage.
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