The Digest:
The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) has confirmed the partial payment of salary arrears and allowances but insists its indefinite strike will continue until all outstanding demands are fully met, refusing to settle for a fragmented resolution.
Key Points:
- ARD-FCTA confirmed 28 doctors were paid salary arrears owed for up to a year.
- The Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF) was paid to 103 of 150 eligible doctors.
- 47 doctors are still owed the MRTF, a key point of contention.
- The association commended FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for the initial action.
- The indefinite strike, which began on November 1, will not be suspended.
- Outstanding demands include hazard allowance arrears and the immediate employment of more staff.
- The doctors lament that the government only acts when a strike is underway.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
