Nigeria, May 6 -- The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has condemned the assault on one of its members at Delta State University Teaching Hospital, warning that continued attacks on health workers could trigger wider industrial action.

The association, in a statement sent to PREMIUM TIMES on Tuesday, described the incident as barbaric and a direct threat to the safety of healthcare professionals.

It also expressed support for the ongoing strike by resident doctors at the hospital, insisting that the action would continue until their demands are met.

The incident occurred on Tuesday during a protest by members of the host community, who barricaded the hospital gate over grievances related to staff employment.

Amid the un...