Physicians’ Week: NMA FCT highlights challenges facing doctors in Nigeria

At the launch of the 2026 Physicians’ Week at the Church of Christ in Kado, Abuja, Dr George Ebong of the Nigerian Medical Association’s Federal Capital Territory chapter decried shortages of medical facilities and equipment. He said a lack of medical personnel had pushed the doctor-to-patient ratio far below the United Nations’ recommended standard. Ebong also cited low take-home pay and an unfavourable salary structure, saying the government—not doctors—should be blamed for the challenges. Daily Post reports that Nigeria has one doctor for more than 6,000 people and that Physicians’ Week is expected to continue until the end of the week.