The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has commenced an indefinite strike to press their demands, the association’s president, Dr. Mohammad Suleiman, announced on Saturday via NARD’s official account
The move comes after the expiration of a 30-day strike ultimatum previously issued by the doctors’ group. Suleiman explained that the strike was unavoidable due to the Federal Government’s repeated failure to honour agreements reached after multiple rounds of dialogue and appeals.
Addressing the public, Suleiman said, “We embark on this total, comprehensive, and indefinite strike with full awareness of the pain and disruption it brings. This decision was not taken lightly. Our demands are not selfish or politically motivated—they are essential for the survival of Nigeria’s health system and the welfare of every citizen who relies on it.”
He emphasized that the strike is aimed at improving the healthcare system rather than personal gain. “Doctors who are overworked, underpaid, and mentally exhausted cannot provide optimal care. Our demands include fair remuneration, payment of arrears, manageable workloads, better working conditions, adequate staffing, and provision of essential medical infrastructure—all critical to quality healthcare delivery.”
Suleiman called on Nigerians, civil society groups, labour unions, and community leaders to support the strike, describing it as a fight for a functional and humane healthcare system. “This is not a conflict between resident doctors and the government. It is a struggle to ensure that doctors can deliver care effectively, with motivation and access to necessary tools,” he said.
He further added, “A nation’s healthcare system is only as strong as the hands that sustain it. If doctors are broken or forced to seek survival abroad, patients suffer. We urge the government to act urgently so hospitals can reopen, doctors can return to duty, and Nigerians can access the healthcare they deserve.”
Earlier on Thursday, resident doctors in Abuja announced they would join NARD’s strike due to unresolved issues with the Federal Capital Territory Administration affecting them specifically. NARD had initially announced its plan to begin the indefinite strike on Saturday, 1st November 2025.
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As always
The president, his entire cabinet and legislatures have the money to travel out. Na the poor masses go still suffer am. Suffering the poor because you care for the country 😂😆😂😂😆😂