The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has urged the federal government to urgently implement the retirement age of 65 years for clinical health workers.
According to the association, this will serve as palliative measures for healthcare workforce shortages and migration.
NMA President, Afekhide-Ernest Omoti, made the demand at a news conference in Abuja on Friday, to wrap-up the association’s 2026 National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Abuja.
Mr Omoti noted that NEC reiterated its concern over the delay in implementing the retirement age of 65 years for clinical health workers.
He said that at a time when Nigeria was experiencing a significant shortage of skilled healthcare professionals due to migration and other factors, retaining experienced clinicians within the system was essential.
