Benue Doctors Laud Gov Alia For Implementing Medical Residency Training Fund

Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH) has described the Benue State governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia as the first governor in Nigeria to implement the Revised Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF) 2023 at the revised rate.

The state president of the association, Dr Moses Agwa, who disclosed this in a statement said, the gesture is a remarkable feat that will inspire resident doctors to be committed to their training and service delivery.

While appreciating the efforts of the acting chief medical director, Dr Michael Maanongun in ensuring the fruition of this effort, the association also commended Governor Alia, for his uncommon commitment to resolving the challenges faced by the healthcare sector within the state.

According to Agwa, “Looking forward, we anticipate continued success as we engage with the state government on other pressing matters affecting doctors across the state.

“The governor has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first governor in Nigeria to pay the 2023 Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF) at the revised rate. This development comes after the amount for the fund was revised last year to nearly double its previous value.”

He expressed gratitude to the governor for the prompt payment of MRTF saying that it was done in time to meet the registration deadline for resident doctors’ exams and course updates.

The president said Governor Alia’s timely payment of the revised Medical Residency Training Fund demonstrates his deep understanding of the crucial role played by medical professionals in providing quality healthcare services to the people of Benue State.

Agwa added that the governor’s commitment to the well-being of healthcare workers sets a remarkable example for other leaders to emulate, cementing his position as a visionary governor dedicated to the advancement of medical services in Benue State.

He said, “The Medical Residency Training Fund is a programme designed to provide financial support to cover various expenses associated with residency training, including examination fees, update fees, research projects, and other training-related costs.”