Japa: 15, 000 Doctors Leaving Nigeria Citing Low Pay — Medical Association
The chairman of the Nigeria Medical Association Kano State branch, Abdurrahman Ali has expressed concern over the exit of 15, 000 medical doctors from Nigeria as of 2024 due to inadequate remuneration.
He disclosed this at a press conference in Bichi local government, Kano State, highlighting the progress and challenges facing doctors in the state.
The doctors while marking this year’s physician week with the theme ‘Ensuring Universal Applicability in Remuneration : a Panacea to Talent Retention in the Healthcare System’ are concerned that many doctors deserve a fair remuneration and recognition of their value.
“Fair remuneration is more than just a salary figure, it is a recognition of our value. A motivator for excellence and a safeguard against burnout in any industry, particularly in health care. Adequate compensation reflects the time, emotional energy and personal commitment healthcare professionals invest. When a healthcare worker is fairly and equitably respected, it, in turn, fuels their dedication, strengthens their commitment to patient care, and fortifies the larger health ecosystem.”
The chairman further called on the Kano state government to come through with the agreement signed with the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) on the revised hazard allowance for health workers.
“I call on the Kano State government to try to try and fulfil their agreement signed with the NMA for the implementation of the revised commas and revised hazard allowance, this we believe will bridge the gap between doctors working with the state government and their counterparts at the federal level and help reduce the ugly trend of brain drain”
The NMA week will have its highlight with the medical outreach in Bichi local government for a free consultation and free drugs and some surgical procedures including dental and eye procedures.
