The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its nationwide warning strike, just two days after it began.
The doctors, who had downed tools on Friday morning, announced the suspension late Saturday, directing members to resume duties on Sunday.
NARD President, Dr. Tope Osundara, confirmed the development in a WhatsApp message to journalists.
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“Some of our demands have been met, and the government has promised to address the others. Strike suspended; resumption to work tomorrow (today). We did this as a sign of goodwill and to assist Nigerians who are seeking healthcare in our various facilities,” he said.
Although Osundara did not disclose specific concessions secured, the strike had already disrupted services in public hospitals, leaving consultants and other health workers to shoulder heavy patient loads.
The doctors had embarked on the industrial action to press for several demands, including payment of the outstanding 2025 Medical Residency Training Fund, five months’ arrears from the 25–35 per cent Consolidated Medical Salary Structure review, settlement of salary backlogs, and arrears of the 2024 accoutrement allowance.
They also demanded the prompt release of specialist allowances, recognition of postgraduate certificates, and improved welfare for resident doctors across the country.
