From Jude Dangwam, Jos

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has announced the suspension of the nationwide seven-day warning strike and commended the Federal Government for acceding to their demands.

The announcement of the suspension was contained in a communique in Jos at the end of the extraordinary virtual National Executive Council (NEC) meeting to review the seven-day warning strike and other pending issues with the Federal Government and the progress made so far in resolving them.

The communique jointly signed by the MDCAN President, Prof. Aminu Mohammed and Secretary Prof.

MDCAN further said it has observed the efforts of the Ministries of Health Social Welfare, Education, Labour Employment and Productivity and appeals by the leadership of the National Assembly, other stakeholders in the ongoing reconciliation on the welfare of their members and all the resolutions reached with definite timelines.

The body further lauded President Bola Tinubu for his timely intervention and commitment in resolving some of the contending  issues while reiterating  their resolve to partner with the Federal Government, especially in the Renewed Hope Health and Education Agenda of the current  administration.

According to the communique, MDCAN also remained resolute and committed to continued service to their fatherland while appreciating all well-meaning Nigerians who have in one way or the other contributed to the peaceful resolution of some of the issues particularly the media for their professionalism and dedication to promoting a better society through objective reporting of issues of public importance.

They also commended President Bola Tinubu for his prompt intervention on the crisis at Nnamdi Azikiwe University(UNIZIK) Awka Anambra State by dissolving the Governing Council and all other measures necessary to restore respect for the rule of law, due process and orderliness.

Recall that the Federal Government has approved the dissolution of the Governing Council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University and the removal of the new Vice Chancellor, Prof Bernard Odoh, as well as the Registrar, Rosemary Ifoema Nwokike.

According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the sacking of the governing council and officials followed reports that the council illegally appointed an unqualified vice-chancellor without following due process.

The federal government expressed concern over the council’s apparent disregard for the university’s governing laws in its selection process of principal officers which has negative consequences on the smooth operation of the Institution with daring consequences on the educational journey of students of the University.