With the approval of the waiver by President Ahmed Tinubu, the withheld salaries will now be paid to the resident doctors. This decision was made in recognition of the importance of the healthcare sector and the need to ensure the well-being of both the doctors and the patients.
The President’s decision to invoke the principle of the presidential prerogative of mercy demonstrates his understanding of the critical role that healthcare professionals play in the society and his commitment to resolving the issues that led to the strike in the first place. By waiving the “No Work, No Pay” order, President Tinubu is acknowledging the challenges faced by the resident doctors and their legitimate concerns.
This decision also reflects the President’s compassion and empathy towards the doctors and their families who may have faced financial difficulties during the strike period. It shows that he recognizes the sacrifices made by the doctors in their fight for better working conditions and improved healthcare services.
Furthermore, by approving the waiver, President Tinubu is sending a message of support to the healthcare sector as a whole. He understands the crucial role that doctors and other healthcare professionals play in ensuring the well-being of the citizens and the overall development of the nation.
Overall, the President’s decision to invoke the principle of the presidential prerogative of mercy in this case demonstrates his commitment to the welfare of the healthcare sector and his determination to address the issues that led to the strike. It is a positive step towards resolving the grievances of the resident doctors and ensuring the provision of quality healthcare services to the Nigerian people.This DoU will outline the terms and conditions for future negotiations and agreements between the government and the Resident Doctors and other health sector unions.
President Tinubu emphasized the importance of finding a long-term solution to the issues raised by the Resident Doctors and other health sector unions. He acknowledged their crucial role in the healthcare system and expressed his commitment to ensuring their welfare and addressing their concerns President Tinubu recognizes the importance of addressing the concerns raised by the Resident Doctors and other health sector unions. He acknowledges their crucial role in the healthcare system and is committed to ensuring their welfare. To that end, he has directed the grant of an exceptional last waiver of the “No Work, No Pay” Order on Resident Doctors, allowing them to receive the salaries that were previously withheld during the strike action.
However, this waiver comes with a mandatory requirement. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment must secure a Document of Understanding (DoU) that establishes this exceptional waiver as the last one to be granted to the National Association of Resident Doctors and all other Health Sector Unions. This DoU will outline the terms and conditions for future negotiations and agreements between the government and the Resident Doctors and other health sector unions.
President Tinubu emphasizes the need to find a long-term solution to the issues raised by the Resident Doctors and other health sector unions. He is committed to addressing their concerns and ensuring their welfare.
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