By Hope James
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), has lamented over medical practitioners leaving the country in droves in search of greener pastures, Edum News reports.
The immediate past Chairman of the Ondo State NMA, Dr Omosehin Adeyemi-Osowe, expressed this concern while speaking at the 47th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the association on Wednesday in Akure.
Speaking at the event themed, “Bridging the Gap in Healthcare Service Delivery: The Ondo State Doctors,” Adeyemi-Osowe attributed this flight to the economic situation of the country.
He noted that the current economic challenges had forced many of his colleagues to seek opportunities beyond Nigeria’s borders.
He however, commended his colleagues for their doggedness, perseverance and courage to remain and serve the country, despite the mass exodus by other health workers.
His words, “This is a time marked by economic challenges, escalating fuel prices due to subsidy removal, rising inflation, the scourge of kidnapping and banditry, and many of our colleagues have sought opportunities beyond our borders.
“These challenges are forcing many health workers to leave the country with their families in droves.
“Despite this mass exodus, your doggedness, perseverance and courage to remain and serve in Nigeria stand as a testament to your dedication and patriotism”.
