JUST IN: FCT doctors begin indefinite strike

Resident doctors in Abuja have embarked on an indefinite strike, citing the failure of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike to address critical issues plaguing the area’s healthcare system.

 The action, announced on Monday, followed a series of unheeded warnings, including a seven-day ultimatum issued on August 28 and a subsequent seven-day warning strike that began on September 8.

President of the Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA), Dr. George Ebong, declared the strike while briefing reporters in Abuja, expressing frustration over the government’s inaction.

“After reassessing the demands presented to the management of FCT hospitals, the congress noted with deep disappointment that none have been met,” Ebong stated.

He added, “This confirms our fears of chronic neglect of the healthcare system in the FCT.”

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The doctors’ grievances stem from systemic failures in the FCT health sector, which they insist are not directed at individuals like Minister Wike or Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, the Health Services and Environment Secretary, but at long standing operational deficiencies.

“The government of FCTA has refused to listen. This congress has resolved to go on an indefinite strike starting today, Monday, Sept. 15, 2025,” Ebong announced.

The ARD-FCTA’s demands include the immediate payment of salaries owed to 26 members for over seven months, the recruitment of new doctors with a clear timeline by the end of 2025, and the release of the 2025 Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF).

They also seek the cessation of incorrect salary deductions, proper promotions for post-Part II Fellows to Consultant roles, payment of wage award arrears, CONMESS salary adjustments, and 13 months of hazard allowance arrears.

Additionally, the doctors are calling for urgent renovations to FCTA hospitals and the settlement of arrears for 2025 external residents.

Ebong underscored the urgency of these demands, warning; “The strike will continue until the government demonstrates genuine commitment to resolve the crisis in the FCT health sector”.

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