NARD warned that industrial harmony could not be guaranteed if the doctor is not released within two weeks.
In May last year, health workers initiated a strike, which they halted after 12 days on June 5, 2023, after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu.
JOHESU, NANNM, MHWUN, and NUAHP have directed their members to embark on an indefinite strike by the NLC and TUC, which is slated for October 3, 2023.
The organization stresses the need for accurate allowance implementation, impact consideration, and harmonious healthcare delivery.
Doctors under the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) have suspended their nationwide industrial action, about three weeks after its commencement.
Originally, NARD had intended to initiate a daily peaceful protest starting Wednesday, citing the government’s failure to address their demands.
The association’s concerns highlight the prolonged duration of the strike.
NMA has called for justice to be done and appropriate sanctions meted out to those found guilty of gross negligence in maintenance of the elevator.
The association had begun its nationwide indefinite strike on July 26, 2023, after the Federal Government failed to meet its demands.
The association respond to “no work, no pay”, promise escalation. Critical issues remain unresolved, raising tensions between doctors and the government.
Doctors demand accountability in Nigeria. Kidnappings, negligence, and crumbling infrastructure push health workers to the brink.
The association affirmed it’s unwavering stance during NEC meeting in Lagos, reiterating strike continuity till demands are met.
The NARD, which demanded a restoration of their salary to its worth in 2014 when the current salary structure was implemented, explained that inflation, exchange rate increment and fuel price have affected its current value.
Citing unresolved issues like hazard allowance and arrears for doctors’ welfare and healthcare system improvements.