NARD says court order will not halt planned doctors’ strike
The Nigeria Association of Resident Doctors, led by Dr Mohammad Suleiman, has insisted it will continue with its planned nationwide strike unless its National Executive Council decides otherwise. The association’s stance comes despite a court order restraining them from industrial action from January 12, 2026. Dr Suleiman stated that the government has not acted in good faith, referencing a previously suspended strike in November 2025. Discussions with the Federal Government are ongoing, with hopes for a resolution soon.
Highlights
- The National Industrial Court in Abuja issued an interim injunction restraining the association and two officials from striking from January 12, 2026.
- Dr Mohammad Suleiman said the association is not deterred by the court order and may proceed with the strike unless the National Executive Council decides otherwise.
- The association previously suspended an earlier strike in November 2025 after signing an MoU on November 27.
- Dr Suleiman criticized the government for not negotiating in good faith and mentioned the release of “no work, no pay” documents.
- Talks with the Federal Government are ongoing, with hopes that the impasse could be resolved over the weekend.
