The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has confirmed the commencement of payment of long-awaited arrears arising from the review of the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) for its members.
In a statement, the association’s Publicity and Social Secretary, Abdulmajid Ibrahim, said the payments, covering between one and six months for affected doctors, are already being disbursed.
According to him, several members have begun receiving the arrears, marking progress in addressing outstanding salary adjustments.
“The leadership of NARD… is pleased to inform all members that payment of the outstanding 25/35 CONMESS review arrears has commenced,” the statement read.
Ibrahim assured members yet to receive their payments that the process is ongoing and urged patience.
He, however, noted that the August component of the arrears is facing minor administrative issues, which could result in a delay of up to two weeks.
