The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its planned nationwide strike, which was initially scheduled to take place on January 12.
This was made known on Sunday in a statement issued by the secretary-general of NARD, Shuaibu Ibrahim, stating that it was made possible due to commitments from critical stakeholders, including Vice-President Kashim Shettima.
The statement reads in part, “Status of our demands: The report of the earlier committee set up by the federal ministry of health and social welfare (FMoH&SW) has been implemented. Additionally, a new reconciliation committee comprising CCMDs, MoH&SW, and NARD has been established to ensure all our members remain in FTH Lokoja and also to broker lasting peace between ARD FTH Lokoja and MDCAN FTH Lokoja, fostering harmony among parties.
“Verified lists have been forwarded to IPPIS. The Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment (FMoLE) has written to the Federal Ministry of Finance (FMoF) and with attention to IPPIS. NARD will continue close follow-up to ensure prompt payment.
“Lists have been transmitted by the FMoH&SW to the FMoF and Budget Office. Importantly, the Honourable Minister of State for Finance has acknowledged it and NARD is now engaging to ensure a clear and expedited payment plan.
“The Director of Hospital Services (DHS) at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (FMoH & SW) is to communicate with the Chief Executives of hospitals regarding a clarification issued by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF). This clarification is to emphasise that CONMESS 3 is the recognized entry-level.”
More details later.
