Table of Contents
- Commendation of the Minister by ARD-FCTA
- Outreach at IDP Camp
- Commitment to Healthcare Services
- Challenges and Future Outlook
- History of Strikes for Welfare Improvements
The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration has praised the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, for addressing the union's requests.
The President of ARD-FCTA, Dr. George Ebong, expressed his appreciation during an outreach event at the Durumi Area 1 Internally Displaced Persons Camp.
He noted that despite the numerous challenges faced by doctors in the FCT, the minister has made progress in fulfilling some of their requests and urged the FCTA to promptly address the remaining issues.
Ebong stated that the association is dedicated to offering free healthcare services to IDPs, emphasizing that their primary mission is to save lives.
“We decided to visit the IDP camp with some medications, which is the reason for our presence here.
“We will continue to do this, and we hope to have a significant positive impact on our community.
“We aimed to explore how we can enhance the lives of our people through medical care and other support.
“Indeed, we face challenges. As doctors, you are aware of our requests, and I will advocate for them. However, for now, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Minister Nyesom Wike for approving the majority of our requests.
“We appreciate every step taken to implement our demands. While there are still some outstanding issues, we trust that the Minister will address them,” he conveyed to DAILY POST in an interview.
It is important to note that FCT doctors have previously engaged in multiple strike actions to emphasize their demands, including the need for improved welfare.
Recently, there are still pending issues regarding the full implementation of outstanding demands by the FCTA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the outreach event at the IDP camp?
The outreach event aims to provide free healthcare services and medications to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) as part of the association's commitment to saving lives.
What challenges do doctors in the FCT currently face?
Doctors in the FCT are facing numerous challenges, including issues related to welfare and working conditions, which have led to previous strike actions to advocate for their demands.
How has Minister Nyesom Wike responded to the demands of the doctors?
Minister Nyesom Wike has been commended for implementing many of the doctors' demands, though there are still some outstanding issues that the association hopes will be addressed promptly.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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