Resident doctors support strike in Delta after assault incident
Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has expressed strong support for a 48-hour warning strike by doctors at Central Hospital, Warri. The strike follows the assault of two doctors by a bereaved father after the death of a newborn. NARD condemned the attack and called for immediate action to protect healthcare workers. The association also demanded justice and better security in hospitals.
Highlights
- NARD condemned the physical assault on two doctors at Central Hospital, Warri, describing it as part of a troubling rise in violence against healthcare workers.
- The association confirmed the suspect has been apprehended and is in police custody, and called for immediate prosecution.
- NARD demanded urgent improvements in hospital security and comprehensive support for the affected doctors.
- The association warned against any intimidation or victimisation of its members and threatened further industrial action if such incidents continue.
- NARD called for legal reforms to criminalise assaults on healthcare workers and enforce stricter penalties.
