From Henry Ibya, Makurdi
Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, NARD, has commended Benue State Governor, Reverend Father,Hyacinth Alia, for his administration’s outstanding commitment to advancing the health sector.
The commendation was made at the end of NARD’s May 2025 Ordinary General Meeting,OGM, and Scientific Conference held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital.
Governor Alia,according to a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, yesterday in Makurdi, was praised for being the first governor in the country to fully implement the Medical Residency Training Fund,MRTF, at the newly approved rate.
This move according to the Doctors has set a benchmark for other states in the federation.
NARD in the statement equally commended the Governor for ensuring timely and complete payment of critical allowances, including the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure,CONMESS, Hazard Allowance, and Accoutrement Allowance for medical doctors in the state.
The association noted with satisfaction that Governor Alia’s efforts in strengthening the healthcare sector and retaining professional medical personnel in Benue State has demonstrated the high importance his administration places on the lives of its people.
The Doctors equally noted that under Governor Alia’s leadership, there have been significant improvements in medical infrastructure, medical care, and welfare of medical workers, positioning Benue as a potential hub for healthcare delivery.
