The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) on Wednesday raised alarm over the country’s dire doctor-to-patient ratio of 1:9,083, a figure it described as far below international standards. In a statement released to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, the association announced that beginning October 1, 2025, resident doctors nationwide will no longer be compelled to work continuous shifts beyond 24 hours. The communiqué was jointly signed by NARD President, Dr. Mohammad Suleiman; Secretary-General, Dr. Shuaibu Ibrahim; and Publicity and Social Secretary, Dr. Abdulmajid Ibrahim.