By our Reporter
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has warned the Federal Government of an impending nationwide strike if its demands are not met within the next 10 days.
In a communiqué issued after an Extraordinary National Executive Council (E-NEC) meeting held virtually on Sunday, the doctors accused the government of consistently failing to implement previous agreements.
The statement, signed by NARD President, Tope Osundara; General Secretary, Oluwasola Odunbaku; and Publicity and Social Secretary, Omoha Amobi, fixed Wednesday, September 10, 2025, as the deadline for the ultimatum.
The association recalled that it had earlier given a three-week ultimatum in July but later extended it by another three weeks to allow for dialogue. However, after reviewing the situation at the weekend, the council said little to no progress had been made.
NARD noted that many of its members are yet to receive their 2025 Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF), while five months’ arrears from the 25–35 per cent Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) adjustment remain unpaid. The group also lamented the non-payment of the 2024 Accoutrement Allowance.
