The Federal Government says the ongoing strike by resident doctors is driven by policy and structural gaps in the health sector, not neglect by the current administration.
COMMENCEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS ON DEFAULTERS OF GROUND RENT PAYMENTS, LAND USE CONVERSION FEE, C-OF-O BILLS In The Federal Capital Territory
The position was made public on Tuesday by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, as talks continue with the National Association of Resident Doctors.
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COMMENCEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS ON DEFAULTERS OF GROUND RENT PAYMENTS, LAND USE CONVERSION FEE, C-OF-O BILLS In The Federal Capital Territory
The government said it has taken steps to improve workers’ welfare, including approving higher professional allowances valued at about N90 billion each year. The review, cleared in November 2025, covers call duty, shift duty, non-clinical roles and rural postings, and was reached through joint talks with health unions.
Salako explained that past disputes were fueled by separate negotiations with different health groups, which often led to pay disputes and repeated strikes. He said the current approach brings all groups together, even as government balances health sector demands with spending needs in education, security and infrastructure.
COMMENCEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS ON DEFAULTERS OF GROUND RENT PAYMENTS, LAND USE CONVERSION FEE, C-OF-O BILLS In The Federal Capital Territory
On the doctors’ demands, the minister said the list has dropped from 19 items to nine, showing progress. He added that some requests clash with existing service rules, including specialist allowances, which are reserved for consultants. He also clarified that certification delays fall under the rules of the postgraduate college, not the ministry.
The minister said disciplinary actions against five resident doctors in Lokoja followed civil service rules, noting that a review panel has advised reinstatement for two, sanctions for two and a fresh hearing for one. He assured that dialogue remains open to restore stability and protect healthcare services nationwide.
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