Association says growing doctor migration is beginning to influence medical students even before they complete their training.
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has raised concerns over the growing migration of Nigerian doctors, warning that some medical students now begin planning to leave the country even before completing their training.
The association said the development reflects increasing concerns among medical students and young doctors about their professional future and working conditions in Nigeria.
According to the NMA, the trend could further worsen the country's shortage of medical personnel if more doctors continue to seek opportunities abroad after completing their education.
The association has repeatedly called for improved working conditions, competitive remuneration, better healthcare infrastructure and policies capable of retaining medical professionals in the country.
The migration of Nigerian doctors and other healthcare workers has become a major concern within the health sector, with stakeholders warning that the continued loss of skilled personnel could place additional pressure on an already stretched healthcare system.
The NMA stressed the need for urgent measures to make medical practice in Nigeria more attractive and sustainable, particularly for young professionals entering the field.
It also called for greater investment in the healthcare sector and policies that would address the factors driving medical professionals to seek opportunities outside the country.
The association's latest warning highlights the need to address the issue early, as the desire to migrate increasingly appears to be developing before medical students even enter the workforce.
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