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Nigeria Rehires Retired Healthcare Workers Amid Skills Shortage

The Nigerian government has taken steps to address the mass exodus of health workers to developed countries such as the UK, which has led to a severe shortage of healthcare professionals in Nigeria's health sector.

In an effort to mitigate this issue, the government has approved the appointment of doctors, nurses, and other clinical healthcare workers as contract staff after they reach their compulsory retirement age or years in service. This decision was outlined in a circular issued by the Federal Ministry of Health on October 5, 2023.

These contract appointments will be offered at the same salary scale as their retirement if desired and deserved. The circular also called for engagement with relevant bodies such as the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and the Nigerian Medical Association, to secure commitments from medical doctors.

The brain drain has resulted in many challenges, including a lack of doctors in some regions.

Measures are being taken to address these issues and encourage healthcare workers to remain in the country.

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