Nigerian Medical Association Calls for Resumption of Healthcare Worker Recruitment in Abia State

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The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Abia State Chapter, has urged the Abia State Government to reinstate the recruitment of 771 new healthcare workers, citing concerns over the sudden suspension of the process. The association expressed worry over the halting of the recruitment, which they deemed detrimental to healthcare service provision in the state. In a statement, the NMA commended Governor Alex Otti for his visionary leadership and commitment to strengthening the healthcare system, as well as the Ministry of Health for initiating the recruitment process proactively.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Abia State Chapter, has called on the Abia State Government to resume the recruitment of 771 new healthcare workers.
  • The association expressed concern over the sudden suspension of the recruitment process by the Abia State Civil Service Commission.
  • The NMA commended Governor Alex Otti for his visionary leadership and commitment to strengthening the healthcare system through recruitment approval.
  • The Ministry of Health was praised for initiating the recruitment process proactively and in a timely manner, as instructed by the governor.
  • The NMA recommended applying the recruitment model for teacher recruitment, allowing managers and professionals in the health field to coordinate the process.
  • The association appealed to the government to ensure due process is followed in a transparent, just, and professional manner.
  • The NMA emphasized the need for collective, immediate efforts to bridge gaps in the healthcare system and ensure quality, accessible, and timely healthcare for all.

Statistics:

  • 771 new healthcare workers are being recruited to address the acute shortage of health workers in Abia State.
  • Health workers are relocating to Europe and the Americas due to economic hardships in Nigeria.
  • The NMA is calling for the resumption of the recruitment process to ensure quality, accessible, and timely healthcare for all Abia State citizens.

Sources:

  • "Abia govt to launch 25-year Greater Aba Master Plan" - Premium Times
  • News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) - Wednesday
  • Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Abia State Chapter - statement signed by Ezimwa Ezuruike and Clement Ifenkoronye