The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has announced plans to embark on an indefinite nationwide strike starting from 12am on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
The decision follows the Federal Government’s move to halt the implementation of the revised Professional Allowance Table, a key agreement reached after the doctors’ 2025 industrial action.
“The National Executive Council was informed about the Federal Government’s decision to remove the Professional Allowance Table, a development deemed unfortunate,” said NARD National President, Shuaibu Ibrahim.
The resolution to commence the strike was reached during the association’s virtual extraordinary National Executive Council meeting held on Saturday.
The planned industrial action is expected to significantly disrupt healthcare services across public hospitals nationwide, raising concerns among patients and stakeholders.
“Following extensive deliberations, the NEC resolved to embark on a total industrial and comprehensive strike beginning at 12:00 am on Tuesday, April 7, 2026,” he added.
The development adds to ongoing tensions between healthcare workers and the government, as Nigerians brace for the impact on an already strained healthcare system.
