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The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory (ARD-FCTA) has lauded FCT Minister Nyesom Wike following the settlement of 13 months of outstanding hazard allowance.
This development was confirmed in a statement released Tuesday by Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant to the Minister on Public Communications and Social Media.
Olayinka added that in a letter of appreciation to the minister, dated Jan. 15, the association also commended the minister for payment of a one month wage award.
In the letter, signed by the ARD-FCTA President, Dr George Ebong and General Secretary, Dr Yusuf Lissa, the association described the intervention as “timely” and underscores the minister’s dedication to equity and fairness.
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The doctors particularly lauded Wike for his commitment to the welfare of health workers in the FCT, describing it as “exemplary leadership”.
The doctors further praised Wike for recognising the sacrifices made by doctors and other health workers in the course of service in the FCTA.
“Our Association remains committed to constructive engagement and collaboration in advancing the FCT Health sector and ensuring the continued delivery of quality healthcare services to the populace,” the association said.
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Abubakar Siddiq Ibn Usman
