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Tamale Teaching Hospital: Doctors suspend emergency and outpatient services over Minister’s conduct, poor conditions

This decision follows an emergency meeting held on April 23, 2025, in response to longstanding operational challenges and a recent altercation involving the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, and a senior doctor at the facility. In a statement released Tuesday night, the association announced that its members would no longer provide services at the general outpatient departments (OPD), antenatal clinics, specialist clinics, and paediatric OPD.However, DATTH assured the public that inpatient care would continue until all admitted patients are safely discharged. The doctors are also demanding an immediate and unconditional apology from the Minister of Health and the Member of Parliament for Tamale North, Alhassan Sayibu Suhuyini. The demand stems from an alleged confrontation with Dr Valentine Akwulpwa, Head of the Accident and Emergency Department, during the Minister’s visit on Tuesday. According to the association, the apologies must be […]

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GMA accuses Health Minister of overstepping role in Tamale hospital CEO’s removal

In a statement issued on Wednesday, April 22, 2025, jointly signed by the President of the GMA, Dr Frank Serebour and the General Secretary, Dr Richard Selormey, the association expressed concern about what it described as an “ill-informed media audit” into the death of a patient at the hospital. The GMA warned that the audit breached patient confidentiality and could expose the facility to legal risks.“The matter has already been tried in the court of public opinion, without any proper investigation,” the statement noted It also revealed that the head of the Emergency Unit had received threats and was facing cyberbullying, creating fears for the safety and mental well-being of staff The statement added that these actions, if allowed to continue, could discourage health workers and erode public trust in the healthcare system.While acknowledging the grief of the patient’s family […]

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Western North Minister Declares War on Illegal Mining

The Western North Regional Minister, Wilbert Petty Brentum, has vowed to crack down on illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, without favoritism. He emphasized that no one, including friends and family, will be spared if found engaging in mining within forest reserves or water bodies.According to Mr. Brentum, the Regional Security Council has launched an intensified campaign to root out illegal miners, with a renewed focus on tackling illegal logging as well.“As a nation, we acknowledge the importance of mining, but we have clear laws that prohibit mining in forest reserves and water bodies,” he stressed.Issuing a stern warning, he added, “If you are involved in these illegal activities, we will come after you. Even if you are my friend or relative, do not expect any help from me.”

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GH₵20 Million Opioid Seizure at Tema Port: Health Minister Vows Crackdown

Ghanaian authorities have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking, seizing an estimated GH₵20 million worth of opioids at the Tema Port. The seizure, which was led by the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), uncovered a large shipment containing various opioid medications, including Tapentadol, Loperamide, and Chlorpheniramine Maleate.The container, which was bound for Niger, used Ghana as a transit point, raising concerns over the country’s growing role as a hub for illicit drug smuggling. Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, during a press briefing, assured the public that the government is determined to prevent Ghana from becoming a safe haven for such illegal activities.Minister Akandoh emphasized that the president is personally involved in the matter, indicating the government’s strong stance on tackling the issue. The government is also working to strengthen regulations and monitoring systems […]

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