The government also approved funds for the procurement of office furniture and fittings at the North-West University, Kano.
Mr Balogun said the fund has been authorised for release to address outstanding arrears, including the accoutrement allowance.
Mr Abonyi, also an associate professor of Medical Radiography/Medical Imaging, lamented that the PHCs were poorly funded, particularly in terms of manpower, facilities, and equipment.
The NMA said Mr Mbanugo, a consultant neurosurgeon with the Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital, was kidnapped at his hospital on October 30.
The Kwara Commissioner for Health, Amina El-Imam, says the state is committed to producing quality healthcare professionals.
Mr Suleiman stated that the strike became unavoidable after several unfulfilled promises and unsuccessful meetings with government representatives.
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The programme is targeting no fewer than 1.1 million children.
Mr Ugwuanyi also urged government to strengthen its collaboration with private hospitals to reduce medical tourism.
Ms Fasawe appealed to the doctors to be patient.
Mr Suleiman stated, “Our demands are not selfish, neither are they politically motivated.”
