Resident doctors under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have suspended their indefinite strike after one month of total industrial action.
The President of the Association of Resident Doctors, FCTA chapter (ARD-FCTA), Dr. George Ebong, confirmed the development in a message sent to our correspondent on Monday.
The strike, which began on November 1, 2025, was suspended following the approval of the doctors’ key demands by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.
Doctors Issue Four-Week Ultimatum
Despite calling off the strike, the association warned that it would resume industrial action if the FCTA fails to fully implement the approved agreements within four weeks.
Dr. Ebong stated:
“ARD-FCTA has suspended its strike for four weeks with the hope that the approvals from Mr. Minister will be implemented.”
Background of the Strike
The doctors embarked on the industrial action to demand:
Improved working conditions
Enhanced welfare and remuneration
Better facilities and support across FCTA hospitals
Implementation of previously agreed reforms
The strike paralysed medical services across the FCT, causing significant delays in patient care and placing additional stress on the limited healthcare personnel still on duty.
About ARD-FCTA
The association comprises resident doctors working in 14 district and general hospitals, as well as the Department of Public Health, all under the FCTA.
With the temporary suspension now in place, residents hope that negotiations will translate into real improvements across FCT health facilities.
