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MDCAN Praises Tinubu for Resolving UNIZIK Crisis and Supporting Medical Professionals
The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has expressed its appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his swift intervention in the ongoing crisis at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
This development follows President Tinubu’s decisive action on Wednesday, when he instructed the Minister of Education to dissolve the university’s governing council and remove the recently appointed Vice Chancellor, Professor Benard Odoh, along with the registrar.
This occured days after MDCAN declared a warning strike in protest of the exclusion of medical professionals from the list of eligible candidates for the Vice Chancellor position at the university.
The association had raised concerns about the lack of representation for doctors in key administrative positions, calling for a fair and inclusive process that would allow qualified medical professionals to contest for such positions.
Dr. Amaechi Nwachukwu, the chairman of MDCAN’s Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital branch, spoke to the media, expressing gratitude to President Tinubu for addressing their concerns.
Nwachukwu praised the President’s response, stating that his actions demonstrated that he is a leader who listens to the needs of the people and is committed to doing what is right for the nation’s institutions.
“I’m pleased that President Tinubu has taken decisive steps to resolve the crisis at UNIZIK,” Nwachukwu said.
“Just three days ago, MDCAN began our warning strike, and we held a press conference in support of our national body’s stance.
We called for the removal of the VC, the dissolution of the council, and the re-advertisement of the Vice Chancellor position to allow medical professionals to be included as potential candidates.
The President’s decision shows that he is committed to making sure things are done the right way.”
In addition to the resolution at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nwachukwu emphasized other key issues the association hopes the President will address.
Among their demands is a call for doctors working in universities and other government parastatals to be paid according to the consolidated salary structure, ensuring fair compensation for medical professionals.
Furthermore, the association raised concerns regarding the recent review of their salary structure by the federal government, which included a 35 percent increase in basic salary.
According to MDCAN, some institutions have failed to implement this increase, while others have yet to pay the arrears owed to medical personnel.
“We urge President Tinubu to look into these matters as well,” Nwachukwu added.
“The welfare of medical professionals is critical, and we believe that with his intervention, we can ensure that these issues are addressed promptly.”
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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