By Our Reporter
The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced the temporary suspension of its indefinite strike.
The association’s Secretary, Dr. Affiong Agbor, said on Friday that the decision followed the intervention of the Senate Committee on Federal Territory Area Councils and Ancillary Matters, chaired by Senator David Jimkuta.
Resident doctors had embarked on the strike on Monday, September 15, to press home demands over manpower shortages, non-functional equipment, poor working conditions, and unpaid allowances. They also cited delayed promotions, underpayment of promoted staff, and irregular salary payments.
“We are suspending the strike to resume work at 8 a.m. on Monday. Even though none of our demands have been met, the Senate assured us that they will speak to the minister. Congress has decided to believe their word for now,” Agbor said.
He added that the doctors appreciated the interventions of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who recently ordered the payment of arrears, while stressing that the Congress would reconvene to reassess progress within the agreed timeframe.
The doctors warned that if their concerns remain unaddressed, they may be forced to take further action.