Kaduna resident doctors issue 21 day strike notice

According to recent reports, the Resident Doctors Association (RDA) in Kaduna State has issued a 21-day strike notice to the state government. The strike is expected to commence on March 21, 2023, if the government fails to meet their demands.

The RDA is protesting the non-payment of their salaries, allowances, and other entitlements, as well as the poor working conditions in the state's hospitals. They are also demanding the implementation of the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) and the payment of their outstanding allowances.

The strike notice was issued after a meeting between the RDA and the state government failed to resolve the issues. The doctors have given the government 21 days to address their concerns, after which they will proceed with the strike.

The strike is likely to have a significant impact on the healthcare system in Kaduna State, as resident doctors are a critical part of the medical workforce. The strike may lead to a shortage of medical personnel, which could put patients' lives at risk.

The government and the RDA are expected to engage in further negotiations to resolve the issues and prevent the strike. However, if the strike goes ahead, it could have serious consequences for the healthcare system in the state.