Resident doctors in kaduna begin industrial action
According to recent reports, the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in Kaduna State has commenced an industrial action, also known as a strike, due to unresolved issues with the state government.
The strike was called off after the association's members voted overwhelmingly in favor of the action, citing the government's failure to address their concerns, including the non-payment of their salaries, allowances, and other benefits.
Some of the specific demands made by the ARD include:
- Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances: The association is demanding the payment of salaries and allowances owed to its members, which they claim have not been paid for several months.
- Improved working conditions: The ARD is seeking improved working conditions, including better equipment, facilities, and infrastructure in hospitals.
- Increased funding for healthcare: The association is demanding increased funding for the healthcare sector in the state to enable it to provide better services to patients.
- Resolution of issues with the state government: The ARD is seeking a resolution of outstanding issues with the state government, including the non-payment of salaries and allowances.
The strike is expected to affect healthcare services in the state, and patients may experience delays or disruptions in receiving medical care. The state government has been urged to resolve the issues with the ARD to prevent further disruptions to healthcare services.
It is essential for the state government and the ARD to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve the outstanding issues and prevent further disruptions to healthcare services in the state.