Resident Doctors Suspend Nationwide Strike, Resume Work Sunday
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its nationwide warning strike, just two days after it began.
The doctors, who downed tools on Friday, September 12, announced the suspension on Saturday night, directing members to return to work on Sunday, September 14, 2025.
Confirming the development, NARD President, Dr. Tope Osundara, said some of the association’s demands had been addressed while others were receiving government attention.
“Some of our demands have been met. The government has promised to look into other issues. Strike suspended; resumption to work on Sunday. We did this as a sign of goodwill and to assist Nigerians who are seeking healthcare in our various facilities,” Osundara said.
The strike was called to press for outstanding demands, including the immediate payment of the 2025 Medical Residency Training Fund, settlement of five months’ arrears from the 25–35 per cent Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) review, and clearance of salary backlogs.
NARD is also demanding the payment of 2024 accoutrement allowance arrears, prompt disbursement of specialist allowances, and the restoration of recognition for West African postgraduate membership certificates by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).