Nigeria, June 8 -- The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared an industrial dispute with the federal government and issued a 21-day ultimatum over unresolved welfare, remuneration, and training-related issues affecting doctors nationwide.

The association warned that it could not guarantee industrial harmony if the government failed to address its demands within the stipulated period, raising concerns over a possible disruption of healthcare services in public hospitals.

The decision was contained in a communique issued at the end of the association's May Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) and Scientific Conference held in Kano from 31 May to 5 June.

Among its demands are the immediate disbursement of the 2026 Medical ...