Issues 2 weeks ultimatum to govt
The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has warned that another strike would be imminent if the Federal and state governments fail to address the demands of their members across the country within two weeks.
The union expressed concerns, particularly over the conditions of its members in Abia and Imo states, saying they were being owed up to 21 months’ salary arrears.
In a communiqué issued after its 41st ordinary general meeting (OGM) in Nnewi/Awka, Anambra State, and read by its National President, Dr. Uyilawa Okhuaihesuyi, NARD said the strike was suspended following government’s promises in the Memorandum of Actions signed at the instance of the Labour and Employment Minister Chris Ngige on April 9, 2021.
The communiqué read in part: “While the OGM notes the willingness of government to migrate members from the GIFMIS to the IPPIS platform, we decry the lackluster behavior exhibited by heads of government’s corporations to achieving this.
“After extensive deliberations on all the issues affecting the welfare of our members and the insincerity of government in fulfilling their promises, the OGM unanimously resolved that our ultimatum be extended by two weeks.
“This will further give the Federal Government more time to resolve all our issues, failure of which the association shall resume the suspended total and indefinite strike action after critical appraisal in an emergency meeting.”
The union which assured the public of its commitment to ensuring the delivery of quality health services, noted that it can only be possible if the welfare of its members is prioritised.
