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National Industrial Court restrains Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) from striking starting January 12, 2026
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Interim injunction granted ex parte following suit by Federal Government and Attorney General of the Federation
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Court order effective until January 21, 2026, pending hearing of the substantive motion
The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja has barred resident doctors and their officials from embarking on any strike starting January 12, 2026.
The interim injunction, issued by Justice E. D. Subilim, was based on a suit filed by the Federal Government and the Attorney General of the Federation.
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The court order restrains NARD, its officers, members, agents, or anyone acting on their behalf from organising, participating in, or preparing for any industrial action, including strikes, work stoppages, go-slows, or picketing.
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The injunction will remain in force until January 21, 2026, when the motion on notice will be heard.
The resident doctors had planned the strike to protest the alleged non-implementation of a Memorandum of Understanding signed with the government after suspending a 29-day strike in November 2025.
The court directed that the government serve the defendants within seven days, and the doctors may apply to discharge or vary the order within seven days of service.
