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The Digest:

The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has made a direct appeal to President Bola Tinubu, urging his personal intervention to address their unmet 19-point demands and prevent the collapse of Nigeria’s health sector. In a letter titled “A Passionate Appeal to the Commander-in-Chief,” the doctors emphasized they are not seeking luxuries, but long-approved salaries, allowances, and welfare packages.

Key Points:
  • NARD writes President Tinubu, seeking direct intervention on unresolved demands.
  • The 19-point demands include payment of salary arrears and implementation of CONMESS.
  • Doctors warn the health system is “on the verge of collapse” due to government neglect.
  • NARD plans to begin an indefinite nationwide strike on November 1, 2025.
  • The association described itself as “doctors, not politicians,” devoted to saving lives.
  • Previous agreements with the government have not been implemented.
  • The appeal calls on Tinubu’s “fatherly leadership” to restore stability to healthcare.
As the November 1 strike deadline looms, this urgent appeal places the future of Nigeria’s healthcare in the hands of its highest leadership, with millions of patients’ well-being hanging in the balance.

Sources: NARD Letter, The Cable