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Health Minister pays unannounced visit to Ridge Hospital
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh paid an unannounced visit to the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, known as Ridge Hospital, earlier today to assess the quality of healthcare delivery and operational standards at the facility.
Arriving at the facility, the Minister toured key hospital departments, including the emergency unit, inpatient and outpatient departments, and the imaging department.
He interacted with the hospital’s management team, seeking direct feedback on service delivery and infrastructure challenges.
The surprise inspection revealed that both the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) scan machines have been out of service for the past two years, requiring urgent attention.
Minister Akandoh expressed his dissatisfaction with the delays in service and the shortage of critical medical equipment.
However, he commended the dedication of healthcare professionals who continue to work under challenging conditions.
“These unannounced visits help us see the reality on the ground, not just what is reported in boardrooms,” he stated.
The Health Minister indicated that immediate follow-up actions would be taken to address the issues identified during the visit.
He promised that the Ministry would work closely with the management of the hospital to improve working conditions and enhance patient care.
He emphasized that the visit reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s healthcare infrastructure and responding to the evolving needs of its population.
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Two suspects in police custody for robbery in Asankragua
The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects for preparing to commit robbery near Asankragua, in the Western Region.
The suspects, identified as Mohammed Abdul-Salam (28) and Karim Yakubu (42), were spotted hiding in a bush along a section of the road.
Upon noticing a police patrol team, they attempted to flee the scene prompting a swift pursuit by the police officers.
The pursuit led to an abandoned mining site where the suspects jumped into a muddy pit in an attempt to evade capture. However, the Police officers managed to rescue them from the pit and successfully arrested them.
A search conducted at the time of the arrest led to the retrieval of: One (01) shotgun, Three (03) AAA cartridges
Amd One Nokia keypad mobile phone
The suspects are currently in police custody assisting investigations.
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GHALCA Executives pay courtesy call Kurt Okraku, GFA leadership
The newly elected executives of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) paid a courtesy call on the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, at the GFA Headquarters in Accra on Tuesday April 15, 2025.
John Ansah, chairman of the club’s welfare body, led the delegation and warmly received by President Simeon-Okraku and the leadership of the GFA.
The meeting served as an official introduction of the new GHALCA leadership to the Football Association, and a platform for discussion on key issues of mutual interest concerning the development and welfare of clubs across all divisions in the country.
The discussions focused on strengthening administrative structures, supporting club development initiatives, and fostering unity among stakeholders in the domestic game.
President Simeon-Okraku congratulated the new executives on their election and expressed confidence in their ability to steer the affairs of GHALCA effectively. He emphasised the importance of strong institutional partnerships in driving sustainable progress across the football pyramid.
Chairman of GHALCA, John Ansah expressed his gratitude to the GFA President for the warm reception and reaffirmed the association’s readiness to collaborate with the GFA to champion the interests of league clubs.
The meeting ended with a renewed spirit of cooperation and a firm commitment to deepening the partnership between GHALCA and the GFA for the benefit of Ghanaian football.
