By Samaila Emmanuel
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has expressed disappointment over the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors’ (NARD) decision to embark on a seven-day warning strike, despite pleas from the Federal Government to resolve concerns and maintain industrial harmony.
In a statement, the ministry’s spokesman, Ado Bako, announced that the Federal Government will enforce the “no work, no pay” policy for the duration of the strike, in accordance with extant labor laws.
This measure aims to ensure that essential healthcare services are not unduly disrupted, without undermining the legitimate concerns of medical professionals.
The ministry has been working with security agencies to rescue Dr. Popoola and is currently engaged in high-level discussions and coordinated efforts.
The strike, which commenced on Monday, demands the release of Dr. Ganiyat Popoola, a Kaduna-based doctor who has been held captive for over eight months.
The ministry has been working with security agencies to rescue Dr. Popoola and is currently engaged in high-level discussions and coordinated efforts.
The statement urged resident doctors to return to the negotiation table to collaboratively find lasting solutions to the challenges facing the healthcare sector. The ministry remains open to constructive dialogue and is committed to working with stakeholders to achieve a fair and sustainable resolution.
Federal Government will enforce the “no work, no pay” policy for the duration of the strike
Key points:
– Federal Government enforces “no work, no pay” policy on striking resident doctors
– Strike commenced on Monday to demand the release of abducted doctor, Dr. Ganiyat Popoola
– Ministry has been working with security agencies to rescue Dr. Popoola
– High-level discussions and coordinated efforts are underway
– Ministry encourages resident doctors to return to negotiation table for constructive dialogue.
