GMA condemns violence at Northern Regional Hospital
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has condemned violent incidents at the Northern Regional Hospital, formerly Tamale Central Hospital, following a viral video circulating on social media.
The footage reportedly shows some youth besieging the hospital, locking up the office of the Medical Director and other administrative offices, and barricading the Outpatients Department.
In a statement, the GMA described the acts as lawless and dangerous, warning that such behaviour endangers the lives of patients and staff, as well as hospital property. The Association expressed concern over a growing trend of youth groups storming health facilities to threaten managers instead of following proper procedures to resolve grievances.
The GMA is urging the police to take swift action against those responsible. It also called on traditional leaders to intervene, urging the youth to follow appropriate channels to address their concerns. Additionally, the Association appealed to the leadership of the Ghana Health Service to ensure adequate protection for the Medical Director and all hospital staff while resolving any issues.
Dr. (Dent) Richard Selormey, GMA General Secretary, said the Association is closely monitoring the situation and will take further action if threats to health workers persist.
