Editorial
Akosombo dam Spillage: God bless religious bodies, institutions, other benevolent individuals
●Affect effect of the spillage
In recent days, Ghana has been grappling with a pressing issue that has captured the collective attention and concern of its citizens. The calamitous spillage of the Akosombo Dam has reverberated through the nation, with particularly devastating consequences for the residents in and around the North Tongu Constituency, Akosombo, and others.
The aftermath of this disaster has been characterised by profound losses of property and the involuntary displacement of many individuals and families. It is with a sense of profound gratitude and admiration that I wish to acknowledge the remarkable response of various religious institutions, educational establishments, and benevolent individuals who, upon learning of the dire situation caused by this catastrophe, have extended their helping hands to the affected communities.
Their spontaneous and selfless support for those reeling from the impact of this disaster is nothing short of awe-inspiring. This outpouring of compassion and benevolence underscores the core values that define our nation. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of unity and empathy that characterises our people in times of adversity. The sense of community and shared responsibility displayed by these institutions and individuals exemplifies the true essence of our national identity.
As we express our appreciation for their invaluable efforts, we earnestly hope and pray that the Almighty will continue to bless and protect these selfless individuals and organizations. May they be endowed with the strength and resources to continue their noble work, and may their goodwill multiply manifold in the days to come.
It is essential to recognise that the response to the Akosombo Dam spillage has revealed the indomitable spirit of Ghana and its people. In the face of adversity, our nation has shown the world the power of unity, compassion, and selflessness. It is my sincere belief that through these trying times, we will emerge even stronger as a nation, bound together by the unwavering bonds of solidarity and a shared commitment to helping those in need.
By George Obeng Osei
Akosombo
Editorial
Kudos to Ho Teaching Hospital staff, but …
Dear Editor,
If there is any group of professionals that get bad-mouthed the most, then you are referring to nurses and medical doctors assigned to public hospitals across the country.
For this particular letter, I want to sing the praises of this same group of professionals that work at the Ho Teaching Hospital, famously known as Trafalgar.
Despite the work load and the mass casualties received at the emergency ward of the hospital, the welcoming nature of the nurses and the professional touch by the doctors can’t be ignored. My personal experience has got me travelling from my base in Accra to seek medical services from these professionals.
Special mention has to be made of the likes of Precious of the Pharmacy Department, Dr Brandon Banor (a maxillofacial resident) of the Dental unit, male nurse Justice assigned to the female surgical ward. Words cannot really do justice to their affable, professional caring nature. A simple thank you is all that I can say.
In the same vein, I can’t but call out the bad attitude of the auxiliary staff and contractors of the hospital.
Chief among them is some of the contracted bank staff that handle the payment section of the hospital and the patient registration section (those that check the status of the patient as to whether they are fee paying patients or NHIS sponsored).
The attitude at times leaves a bad taste in the mouth. One such occurrence was a night staff of the registration section who had her legs on the office table whilst talking to patients.
The CEO of the hospital needs to shine his torch light on this support sections before they erode the awesome performance of the direct medical staff of the hospital.
Thank you for the space.
Kwesi Manu
Accra
Editorial
Develop policies to address disability concerns
Dear Editor,
AT the beginning of the year, when I went to the bank to deposit money into my uncle’s account, I observed a very sad situation where a man in a wheelchair struggled to navigate his way around the facility.
This is because the structure is disability unfriendly.
As I stood and watched how the man struggled to move his wheelchair, I felt sad and wondered if this is how the life of a disabled person should be. It becomes worse if there is no one to offer help.
In Ghana, People With Disabilities (PWDs) are often treated differently and are often subjected to all forms of discrimination.
Most of these people find themselves in such a situation as a result of unfortunate happenings such as accidents and injuries.
It is, therefore, not appropriate for anyone to discriminate against them. Discrimination against such persons take many forms, including how buildings are constructed.
Most of the public structures are not disability friendly and impede their movement.
As a country, we should consider the PWDs in designing our structures. I also think that there should be a national policy that seeks to address this issue.
I have a strong conviction that when such a policy is developed by the government, people with disabilities would feel appreciated and also promote social inclusivity.
Ray,
Kasoa
