FG, MDCN urged to pay house officers' salaries
House officers across Nigeria are again protesting delayed salary payments, highlighting a persistent crisis in the health sector. The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) and Federal Ministry of Health face renewed scrutiny as doctors work without timely remuneration. This recurring issue dates back to 2021 when house officers were owed up to three months' salaries due to administrative disputes. In 2024, August salaries were similarly delayed, forcing doctors to rely on loans and family support for basic needs like food and transport. The pattern continues into 2026, with authorities accused of poor communication and only acting after public pressure. Affected doctors, including DrAmaliJosh and Amobi MD, describe unsustainable working conditions and call for systemic change via social media campaigns using #PayHouseOfficers. The situation reflects deeper structural problems in Nigeria's healthcare system.