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Controversial Showdown: House of Representatives Speaker Confronts Resident Doctors Amidst Threat of Nationwide Strike

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
July 24, 2023
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Controversial Showdown: House of Representatives Speaker Confronts Resident Doctors Amidst Threat of Nationwide Strike
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, engaged in a crucial meeting with the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) on Monday at the National Assembly complex in Abuja. The purpose of the meeting was to address the resident doctors’ plan to launch a nationwide strike.

The resident doctors had previously undertaken a five-day warning strike in May, citing dissatisfaction with the federal government’s failure to meet their demands. On July 5, NARD issued a two-week ultimatum to the government for the implementation of their demands, which include the recruitment of clinical staff in hospitals, urgent infrastructural development in healthcare facilities, and allocating a minimum of 15 percent of the budget to the health sector. They also demanded the immediate payment of the 2023 medical residency training fund, along with other key issues.

The association’s decision to consider an industrial action came after evaluating the level of implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the government on May 19, 2023, following their previous warning strike.

In the course of the meeting, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas appealed to the resident doctors to openly express their concerns and offer practical solutions to the challenges they face. Acknowledging the government’s financial constraints, Abbas urged the doctors to seek a middle ground that takes into account the available revenues while respecting the terms of the 2023 Memorandum of Understanding.

Abbas stressed that a resolution can be reached without resorting to industrial action, requesting the doctors to display patience during the negotiation process. He also mentioned the recent change in government administration, with ministers still in the process of assuming office.

He said, “We must approach these issues with an open mind and guided by the fact that revenues available to the government may not fully meet our demands. Therefore, we must find a middle ground that satisfies everyone without prejudice to the 2023 Memorandum of Understanding.”

“Given your faith in us, I would urge you to suspend the impending industrial action while we intervene. We equally seek your understanding of the fact that a new administration just came on board and is still in the process of settling down as ministers are yet to assume office,” Abbas said.

The meeting concluded behind closed doors after the Speaker delivered his address, which sought to find common ground and resolve the issues at hand amicably.

The healthcare sector in Nigeria has faced longstanding challenges, with doctors often receiving inadequate compensation for the significant risks they encounter. This has led to a considerable number of medical professionals leaving the country in pursuit of better opportunities abroad. In an effort to address this issue, a proposed bill aimed at retaining Nigerian-trained medical and dental practitioners in the country for at least five years before granting them full licenses was met with criticism.

The bill, titled “A Bill for an Act to amend the Medical and Dental Practitioners Act,” was heavily condemned as many argued that it failed to address the root causes of doctors leaving the country. Instead, it was seen as a band-aid solution to the larger problem of insufficient support and development of the medical sector in Nigeria.

The question remains: How can Nigeria create an environment that encourages its medical doctors to stay and practice in the country? This question calls for a comprehensive examination of the healthcare system, adequate investment in infrastructure and resources, improved working conditions, and fair compensation for medical professionals. Only by addressing these underlying issues can Nigeria retain and attract the skilled medical workforce it needs to provide quality healthcare services to its citizens.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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