The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) renews calls for the Federal Government and state authorities to improve doctors’ pay, welfare and working conditions, warning that worsening conditions are contributing to an exodus of medical professionals.
Across reports from the NMA’s national and state chapters, the association links retention problems to workplace safety, insufficient resources and limited access to adequate medical facilities. NMA representatives also raise concerns about doctors’ health and well-being, urging regular medical check-ups and adequate rest. While the Federal-level appeals focus on internationally competitive remuneration and safer workplaces, state chapter coverage highlights local responsibility—such as urging improvements by the Abia State government and stressing challenges faced by doctors in the Federal Capital Territory.
The stories are framed around the NMA’s Physicians’ Week events in 2026, where officials use the occasion to outline pressures on doctors and call for government action to improve conditions in hospitals and health facilities.
