This infographic continues the list of 19 Demands from the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), highlighting systemic issues that persist despite years of promises for resolution. Some of the demands include:
- Delayed Post-Exam Upgrades
Doctors who pass their Membership/Fellowship exams are still not upgraded or paid accordingly, leaving them financially burdened. - Exclusion from Specialist Allowance
Resident doctors are performing specialist work but are being denied specialist pay, which is a significant issue in the workforce. - House Officers Not on Civil Service Scheme
House officers face issues such as no payslips, irregular pay, and lack of formal employment status, leading to insecurity and stress. - 16 Years of Stagnant CONMESS Salaries
Despite rising inflation and increased workload, the salary review for CONMESS (Medical Salary Scale) has not been implemented for over 16 years. - Wrong Salary Placement of New Residents
New residents are being placed at CONMESS 2 Step 2 instead of CONMESS 3 Step 3, leading to incorrect salary placement. - 7+ Years of Unresolved Salary Shortfalls
Unresolved salary shortfalls remain, with corrected allowances still not being released, further adding to the dissatisfaction among doctors. - Casualisation of Doctors
Many doctors are placed on temporary contracts for years, without opportunities for career progression or permanent employment status.
This infographic stresses that these problems are not just about salary disputes, but also about basic working conditions and the long-term sustainability of the healthcare system. The call for action is clear: the government must address these demands to ensure a stable, effective healthcare workforce.