He Must Go! Richard Ahiagbah Demands Dismissal of Health Minister Over Nurses’ Strike
In a bold and scathing critique, Richard Ahiagbah, Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called for the immediate dismissal of Ghana’s Minister of Health, Kwaku Agyeman-Manu, in the wake of a nationwide nurses’ strike that has crippled public healthcare services.
The ongoing strike, led by frustrated nurses and midwives, stems from prolonged delays in salary payments, poor working conditions, and unfulfilled promises made by the government. Hospitals across the country are operating at reduced capacity, and patients are bearing the brunt of the standoff. Ahiagbah, speaking during a media engagement on Friday, did not mince words in placing the blame squarely on the shoulders of the Health Minister.
“This crisis did not start overnight,” Ahiagbah stated. “There have been repeated warnings and pleas from healthcare workers. The Minister has failed to act, and now the nation’s health system is in jeopardy. He must go.”
According to Ahiagbah, the strike is a direct result of the Health Ministry's negligence and inability to respond proactively to the concerns of nurses, who form the backbone of the country’s healthcare delivery. He accused the Minister of “administrative lethargy” and ignoring the real and growing frustration within the sector.
Ahiagbah’s comments have sparked mixed reactions. While some see his remarks as politically motivated, others argue that his criticism is valid, as the ongoing strike poses a serious threat to public health and national stability.
The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has stood firm, demanding the fulfillment of promises and concrete action from the government. With no resolution in sight, the pressure is mounting on President Nana Akufo-Addo to intervene.
As patients continue to wait in long queues or are turned away entirely, the call for accountability is growing louder. Whether the President will heed Ahiagbah’s demand remains uncertain, but one thing is clear—public patience is wearing thin, and a decisive response is urgently needed to avert a deeper health crisis.
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