Monday, September 15, 2025 - Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its warning strike, which commenced on September 12, 2025, following commitments from the federal government to address its demands.
In a statement signed by NARD president, Dr. Osundara Tope;
secretary-general, Dr. Odunbaku Kazeem Oluwasola; and publicity and social
secretary, Dr. Amobi Omoha, the association said the decision was reached at a
virtual Extraordinary National Executive Council (E-NEC) meeting held on
September 13.
The doctors said the suspension takes effect from 8:00 a.m
on Sunday, September 14, 2025, to allow government a two-week window to fully
implement the demands earlier outlined.
NARD explained that the move was motivated by the plight of
Nigerians struggling with health challenges amid the current harsh economy. It
noted that the commencement of payment of the 2025 Medical Residency Training
Fund (MRTF) to previously owed members signaled goodwill from the government.
The association, however, warned that it would not hesitate
to resume industrial action if the government fails to deliver within the
agreed timeframe.
NARD also called on the Oyo State government to urgently
address the issues affecting doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of
Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, within the 15-day ultimatum
issued by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in the state. It threatened
that failure to comply would compel it to direct members in Oyo State to embark
on an indefinite solidarity strike.
The doctors further urged other state governments to swiftly
resolve welfare concerns affecting resident doctors in their respective
tertiary health institutions. It said members in state-owned hospitals are
empowered to continue their industrial action until their governments show
genuine commitment to their demands.
Reaffirming its commitment to strengthening the country s
health sector, NARD pledged to continue working with all levels of government
to ensure quality healthcare delivery for Nigerians.
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