The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has officially suspended its nationwide strike, directing members to return to work across the country starting Wednesday.
Titansloaded reports that the decision was reached after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, where the association reviewed fresh commitments made by the Federal Government of Nigeria to address lingering demands.
The strike, which disrupted healthcare services nationwide, was initially triggered by unresolved issues including unpaid salary arrears, delayed disbursement of the Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF), and disputes over revised professional allowances.
According to NARD leadership, the Federal Government’s decision to reverse certain policies particularly concerning allowances played a key role in the suspension of the industrial action. The association expressed cautious optimism, noting that implementation of agreements will determine future actions.
At the University College Hospital, resident doctors confirmed they would comply with the directive and resume duties by 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
However, patients may not experience immediate full restoration of services, as hospitals are expected to gradually stabilize operations. Medical professionals noted that proper patient handovers and case management processes could delay the return to full service capacity.
The suspension brings temporary relief to Nigeria’s strained healthcare system, which has faced repeated disruptions due to industrial actions. Stakeholders now await the government’s follow-through on its promises to prevent another nationwide shutdown.
