The Federal Government, on Tuesday, disclosed that the sum of N20 billion has been earmarked for payment of hazard allowance for the doctors in the revised 2020 budget submitted to the National Assembly. In his brief remarks, Mr Akabueze added that adequate budgetary provision was provided for Life insurance of the Doctors. The Speaker also assured that the issue of hazard allowance was captured in the supplementary budget before the House. While urging the Doctors to review its position, Hon Gbajabiamila urged the NARD leadership to tarry a while as government was working assiduously to meet their entitlements. Let’s agree on one thing: that at this time, we can’t afford to allow our doctors go on strike.

Source: Nigerian Tribune June 09, 2020 18:45 UTC