He described the situation as alarming, noting that hospitals were becoming overwhelmed.
The association gave the Ondo State government until April 28, 2026, to act.
The Nigerian Medical Association has called for health sector policies to enhance health workers’ productivity, empathy, respect and inclusivity.
“We have a President now that believes a healthy nation is the core to harnessing our biggest asset.’’
On Wednesday, Isah Adagiri, Kogi Specialist Hospital’s chief medical director, lamented the shortage of doctors.
On Thursday, the College of Medicine (CMUL) University of Lagos (UNILAG) inducted 32 physiotherapy graduates.
According to him, a healthy population remains the prime asset of any government.
“I have always preached and maintained this same position that ‘Our brain drain today will be our brain gain tomorrow’.”
At least 7,875 Nigerian doctors are currently practising in the UK, with the figure expected to rise.
Lamenting inadequate funding, Ms Dabiri-Erewa said an amendment to the act would enable NiDCom to generate revenue.
