The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has announced plans to embark on a nationwide strike on Tuesday, April 7, citing concerns over the Federal Government’s review of the Professional Allowance Table despite ongoing negotiations.
Dr. Shuaibu Ibrahim, Secretary-General of the association, disclosed this in a Saturday statement, saying the decision followed extensive nationwide consultations and reflects a shared commitment to improved healthcare delivery and collaboration.
The Secretary-General confirmed that the resolution was reached during an Extraordinary National Executive Council meeting held virtually, where participants encouraged continued engagement with government to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes for doctors and patients.
According to the association, the strike action will commence at 12 a.m. Tuesday, involving members across federal, state, and private institutions, while maintaining openness to dialogue and timely resolution efforts ongoing.
Also ,the association emphasised on the significance of reinstating the Professional Allowance Table, describing it as vital to enhancing welfare, boosting morale, and supporting retention of skilled medical professionals across the country nationwide.
Therefore ,it highlighted the need for prompt payment of promotion and salary arrears owed to resident doctors, expressing optimism that ongoing discussions would facilitate resolutions that benefited practitioners and the healthcare system.
In addition ,NARD encouraged the timely release of the 2026 Medical Residency Training Fund, noting that improved funding would enhance training opportunities, professional development, and overall capacity within Nigeria’s healthcare sector going forward.
NARD reaffirmed the importance of settling outstanding allowance arrears, expressing confidence that collaborative efforts between stakeholders would ease financial pressures and reinforce commitment among resident doctors serving communities nationwide effectively.
Furthermore, members were advised to remain united and focused, as leadership underscored that ongoing engagement aimed to secure fairness, strengthen working conditions, and promote a more resilient and responsive healthcare system nationwide.
NARD reiterated its dedication to sustained dialogue with authorities, expressing optimism that efforts would yield positive outcomes, while bolstering its role in advancing the welfare and professional interests of members.
