Table of Contents
- End of the Nationwide Strike
- Details of the Industrial Action
- Reasons for Suspension
- Remaining Demands
- Future Actions
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has officially ended its month-long nationwide strike, concluding 29 days of interrupted medical services throughout the country.
This industrial action, which began on November 1, 2025, was called off on Saturday after an Extraordinary National Executive Council meeting. NARD’s Secretary-General, Dr. Shuaibu Ibrahim, confirmed this development.
During the strike, approximately 11,000 resident doctors from 91 federal and state teaching hospitals ceased their services, significantly affecting healthcare delivery across the nation.
Dr. Ibrahim stated that the decision to suspend the strike came after signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Government, which was based on seven conditions set forth by the association.
He noted that two of the seven demands, including the release of the Professional Allowance Table and the approval for doctors' entry-level to be positioned at CONMESS 3, have already been fulfilled.
The remaining five demands, which address issues such as the reinstatement of the Lokoja doctors, payment of arrears, upgrades for eligible doctors, specialist allowances, and the Membership Certificate matter, are expected to be resolved within four weeks.
“The strike was suspended after we signed the MoU with the Federal Government outlining the seven conditions we required,” he said. “Two have been met, and the remaining ones are to be completed within the next four weeks.”
However, he warned that the association would not hesitate to resume the suspended strike if the government fails to meet the outstanding commitments within the agreed timeframe.
“If the remaining demands are not met before the deadline, we will go back on strike,” he cautioned.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did NARD go on strike?
NARD went on strike to address several demands related to doctors' working conditions, including the release of the Professional Allowance Table and adjustments to entry-level positions.
What were the key outcomes of the Memorandum of Understanding?
The MoU resulted in the implementation of two of NARD's seven demands, with the remaining five expected to be addressed within four weeks.
What will happen if the government does not meet the remaining demands?
If the remaining demands are not fulfilled by the deadline, NARD has indicated that they will resume the strike action.
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