…..Says Action Not Targeted At Minister
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
Resident doctors in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have commenced an indefinite strike, maintaining that their demands have not been meant by the authorities.
Speaking in a statement signed by the association’s President in the FCT, George Ebong, the doctors disclosed that they had decided after an emergency general meeting that took place on Sunday.
According to Ekong, the strike would continue until the government showed a genuine commitment to the welfare of doctors and the health of FCT residents.
“The government is to meet any of our demands financially and non-financially.
“The Government of FCTA has refused to listen; the Congress has mandated that until they listen, we will go on strike starting from this morning, Monday, September 15th, 2025.
“This is not targeted against the minister or mandate secretary, but against a failed health system.
“We call on the Minister of FCT to do the needful. The Congress voted for an indefinite strike until our demands are met. Non-payment of 26 of our members after a long dialogue of seven months.
“The issue of unemployment has continued to affect the service to our patients. Unexplained deduction of salary and promotion since 2023.
“Some of the hospitals do not have X-rays. Hospitals are not favourable for working,” he said.