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The Digest:

A looming healthcare crisis threatens Nigeria as the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) issues a 10-day ultimatum for a nationwide strike. The doctors are demanding that the federal government fulfill its promises regarding their welfare and outstanding payments.

Key Points:
  • The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a 10-day nationwide strike ultimatum.
  • The ultimatum expires on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
  • The doctors are protesting the non-payment of the 2025 medical residency training fund.
  • They also demand the payment of outstanding salary arrears and allowances.
  • NARD is also concerned with the downgrading of their postgraduate membership certificates.
  • The association condemned the failure of some state governments, including Kaduna and Oyo, to resolve welfare concerns.
  • The doctors say they will embark on a nationwide strike if their demands are not met.
This latest ultimatum sets the stage for a potential nationwide disruption of medical services. The doctors' action reflects their frustration with what they call the government's repeated failure to honor previous agreements.

Sources: The Cable