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LAUTECH resident doctors’ strike hits 32 days

Resident doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have entered the 32nd day of their industrial action over welfare-related issues. The Association of Resident Doctors, LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, said its demands included the implementation of the Professional Allowance Table, payment of outstanding Medical Residency Training Fund…

LAUTECH resident doctors’ strike hits 32 days

Resident doctors at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have been on strike for 32 days due to welfare-related issues. The Association of Resident Doctors, LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, has demanded the implementation of the Professional Allowance Table, payment of outstanding Medical Residency Training Fund, and settlement of six months of Minimum Wage arrears.

The doctors acknowledged steps taken towards addressing some concerns, but emphasized that the Professional Allowance Table remains a critical issue and that welfare conditions can impact the retention and movement of medical personnel.

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