NARD confirms commencement of CONMESS arrears payment for resident doctors

Author: Sunday DennisPublished on: April 14, 2026Country: Nigeria

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NARD confirms commencement of CONMESS arrears payment for resident doctors

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) announced the commencement of payments for arrears related to the review of the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure, CONMESS. The payments cover outstanding arrears ranging from one to six months for affected doctors, with several members reportedly acknowledging receipt. However, the August arrears are currently facing minor administrative delays, which may extend payment timelines by about one to two weeks.

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