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Doctors under the Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) may commence an indefinite strike on Monday following the expiration of a seven-day warning strike.
The association’s congress met on Sunday to deliberate on the next line of action, with sources hinting that a total shutdown of services was the most likely outcome.
A member of the association, who spoke in confidence, told The PUNCH, “We may declare an indefinite strike starting from tomorrow (Monday).”
The association had embarked on a seven-day warning strike last Monday to press home its demands, following months of unresolved negotiations with the FCTA.
The doctors are demanding the payment of salary arrears, ranging from one to six months, owed to members employed since 2023.
They also want the immediate recruitment of new staff, settlement of the 2025 Medical Residency Training Fund, and payment of arrears arising from the 25–35 per cent upward review of the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure.
In addition, they are asking for clear timelines for completing skipping and conversion processes for all members, along with the settlement of all accumulated arrears. Punch
