By Onilede Titi Faith
Doctors at the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, Benue State, have commenced an indefinite strike over unpaid salaries and poor working conditions.
Under the aegis of the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), the doctors said the decision followed failed attempts to resolve lingering issues with the university management.
Their grievances include delayed salaries, lack of essential medical equipment, and inadequate hospital funding.
President of the association, Dr. Emmanuel Ochai, said the strike was a last resort.
“We have consistently tabled our demands, but there has been no meaningful response. We cannot continue to work under these harsh conditions,” he stated.
The industrial action has disrupted services at the university’s teaching hospital, forcing patients to seek care elsewhere.
Several families described the development as a major blow, especially for those depending on the institution for affordable medical services.
While the university management has yet to issue a formal response, insiders say talks are ongoing to address the doctors’ concerns.
