By Cynthia Alo and Kafayat KokumoThe Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has raised concerns over the safety and welfare of medical personnel, disclosing that no fewer than 30 doctors were assaulted across the country in the past 11 months. According to him, the assaults were allegedly carried out by patients’ relatives and, in some cases, security personnel while doctors were attending to patients. He also urged the establishment of a standard rapid-response protocol to enhance the protection of medical personnel. He said the safety of doctors is one of several unresolved issues behind NARD’s planned indefinite nationwide strike scheduled to begin on August 10. However, he said more needs to be done to improve healthcare infrastructure, protect medical personnel and address outstanding welfare issues.