Resident doctors end three month strike

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Resident Doctors End Three-Month Strike in Nigeria

After three months of industrial action, the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) has called off its strike in Nigeria. The strike, which began on August 2, 2021, was called off on November 9, 2021, following a meeting between the ARD and the Federal Government.

The strike was called to protest the non-payment of salaries, inadequate infrastructure, and poor working conditions in Nigerian hospitals. The doctors had also demanded the implementation of the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) and the payment of outstanding allowances.

According to reports, the Federal Government has agreed to meet some of the demands of the doctors, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances. The government has also promised to improve the working conditions and infrastructure in Nigerian hospitals.

The strike had significant implications for the healthcare system in Nigeria, with many patients unable to access medical care during the period. The strike had also led to a shortage of doctors in hospitals, exacerbating the existing shortage of medical personnel in the country.

The end of the strike is a welcome development for patients and the healthcare system in Nigeria. It is hoped that the agreement reached between the ARD and the Federal Government will lead to improved working conditions and better healthcare services for Nigerians.

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