GRNMA Apologises to Health Minister After Personal Attack
The leadership of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has rendered an unqualified apology to the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh.
It followed a recent attack on his person after an alleged assault of a medical officer at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, also known as Ridge Hospital.
A delegation including the Current President, Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo and the General Secretary, Dr David Tenkorang-Twum, paid a visit to the Minister on September 3, 2025.
A statement issued by the Ministry reported that the apology was graciously accepted as the Minister encouraged the Association to prioritise dialogue and constructive engagement with the government.
“He reiterated his commitment to fostering a strong partnership with healthcare professionals to improve healthcare delivery nationwide.”
The GRNMA leadership used the occasion to raise several concerns affecting healthcare professionals and nurses, calling for urgent attention to enhance service delivery.
In response, Akandoh called for restraint, saying the government was committed to resolving challenges within the health sector.
He highlighted some achievements of the current administration, including the integration of 13,500 nurses into the government payroll, the establishment of the Ghana Medical Training Fund (GMTF), and the retooling of various government health facilities.
“He also mentioned the payment of arrears on nursing training allowances and National Health Insurance claims, as well as the government’s absorption of half of admission fees for nursing training institutions.
“The Minister pledged to see to the successful implementation of the collective bargaining agreement to improve the Condition of service for nurses and to also support the ongoing transformation of the health sector in line with achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC).”
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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