The Ondo State Chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has lauded the state government for implementing enhanced salaries for medical doctors in the state, News About Nigeria reports.
The immediate past chairman of the Ondo State NMA, Dr. Omosehin Adeyemi-Osowe, gave this commendation while speaking at the 47th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the association on Wednesday in Akure.
He noted that the enhanced salary payment for medical doctors was implemented through the domestication of the new consolidated medical salary structure by the state government.
Adeyemi-Osowe stated that the improved salary will further boost the welfare of medical doctors in the state, adding that it is a great move by the state government.
He added that the current economic challenges in the country have forced some of the medical practitioners in the country to flee and look for greener pastures elsewhere.
He commended his colleagues for their doggedness, perseverance, and courage to remain and serve the country, despite the mass exodus of other health workers.
“This is a time marked by economic challenges, escalating fuel prices due to subsidy removal, rising inflation, the scourge of kidnapping and banditry, and many of our colleagues have sought opportunities beyond our borders.
“These challenges are forcing many health workers to leave the country with their families in droves.
“Despite this mass exodus, your doggedness, perseverance, and courage to remain and serve in Nigeria stand as a testament to your dedication and patriotism,” he stated.
The event was themed “Bridging the Gap in Healthcare Service Delivery: The Ondo State Doctors.”
