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Dr. Bawumia Pays Tribute To ‘Phenomenal’ Nurses On International Day For Nurses And Midwives
The Vice President and Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has paid glowing tribute to nurses and midwives in the country for their phenomenal and dedicated service to the nation and humanity.
Speaking at the observation of the 2024 International Day of Nurses and Midwives in Accra, Dr. Bawumia said nurses are at the forefront of healthcare delivery, and they ought to be appreciated.
“Nurses and midwives are not just healthcare providers; they are highly skilled professionals who offer evidence-based care to patients and families. Their expertise, empathy, and dedication help enhance health outcomes, lower healthcare expenses, and improve the overall well-being of individuals and communities. If you return home safely to join your family after hospitalisation, thank the Nurse and the Midwife,” Dr. Bawumia said.
He continued: “In Ghana, nurses and midwives are the foundation of our healthcare system, delivering vital services to those in need in hospitals, clinics, and communities. They serve as the first line of assistance for patients, offering care, guidance, and treatment.”
“Again, outside Ghana, during the Ebola outbreak in the sub-region, you proved your mettle and dedication towards humanity by fighting the deadly disease in some sister West African Countries,” he said.
On the significance of the International Day for Nurses and Midwives, Dr. Bawumia said observing it is a “sign of our appreciation to you and respect for you for the many sacrifices you have made and continue to make to save lives.”
Dr. Bawumia seized the opportunity to reiterate government’s commitment to improving the healthcare sector, as well as the welfare of nurses and other healthcare professionals.
He noted that “As a government, our commitment to promoting healthcare and welfare of nurses is unquestionable,” he added, and cited a number of interventions in the health sector, such as, medical drone delivery service, ambulances for all constituencies, digitalisation of NHIA renewal digital networking of hospitals, Agenda 111 hospitals, among others.”
Dr. Bawumia also reiterated his commitment to supporting the work of nurses and improving their welfare.
“As Vice President, I am dedicated to supporting the work of our nurses and midwives, especially with the coming onstream of the Agenda 111 state-of-the-art facilities. It is essential to invest in their education, training, and professional growth to ensure they have the necessary skills and resources to provide exceptional care. Recognising and rewarding their hard work, commitment, and impact on healthcare and society is equally important,” Dr. Bawumia concluded.
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Traders, ‘Okada’ riders take over Circle pavement
• Korle-Bu CEO with staff of Nivaansh MediQas
Activities of traders and drug addicts are contributing to make the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange (Circle) area very uncomfortable and unsafe for commuters.
Day in and out, pedestrians are ‘ejected’ from the pavement created for their safety as traders preferred to sell their wares on that space.
That hinders the free movement of the pedestrians.
The small space left for the pedestrians are also shared with ‘Okada’ riders.
As if these woes are not enough for a commuter on a single day, they also have to navigate carefully to avoid clashes with drug addicts and the mentally challenged.
These people have turned the pavements into their places of abode, covering every inch of space with their wares.
Our photographer, Lizzy Okai, captures some of the unfriendly scenes the authorities must try and deal with to restore sanity to the area.
By Lizzy Okai
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NDC outlines demands before committing to Peace Pact
The National Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has set forth specific conditions that the party insists must be met before considering signing the Peace Pact advocated by the National Peace Council in anticipation of the December 7 elections.
Mr. Nketia expressed scepticism about the effectiveness of past Peace Pacts, highlighting that they had not achieved their intended outcomes, particularly referencing the 2020 elections, during which eight NDC members were allegedly killed by national security operatives without accountability.
During an August 20 meeting with the National Peace Council at the NDC headquarters, Mr. Nketia detailed the certain conditions for the NDC’s participation in the Peace Pact.
The NDC is demanding that the recommendations from the investigation into the violence during the Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election be fully implemented.
They also want those responsible for election-related violence in the last election to be prosecuted, stressing the importance of justice and prevention.
The party is calling for accountability regarding irregularities in the printing of ballot papers and insists that visible measures be taken to prevent such issues from happening again.
They are also pushing for a thorough investigation into the missing IT equipment from the Electoral Commission’s (EC) warehouse, expressing concerns about the integrity of the EC’s systems and the potential bias of its staff.
Furthermore, the NDC is urging the President to publicly commit to respecting the results of the 2024 elections. Lastly, the party insists that the Peace Pact should be signed by key figures, including the Inspector General of Police, the Chief Justice, the Attorney-General, and the National Security Coordinator, before they will consider signing it themselves.
Source: Citinewsroom.com
