Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has confirmed that some arrests have been made in connection with the alleged assault on some nurses and other health professionals at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge).
“I can tell you that some arrests have been made. Anybody who says otherwise is not speaking the truth and is not ready to help solve the issue,” Mr Akandoh stressed.
When asked if the man identified as Ralph Saint Williams and his accomplices, who allegedly attacked a nurse, were among those arrested, he explained that the police must be given the space to do their work.
During an interview with Asempa Fm monitored by Fish FM, Mr. Akando added “We should leave the police to do their job. I won’t sit down for things to go wayward in my sector. No one is above the laws of this country,” he added.
According to him, the government is fully on top of the matter and has been receiving regular briefings from the hospital.
“The system is running, and as we speak, I’m getting updates. We are on course,” he assured.
His comments follow the circulation of a viral video showing relatives of a patient physically attacking medical staff at the emergency department of Ridge Hospital, sparking public outrage and renewed concern about the safety of frontline health workers.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Police to arrest Ralph Saint Williams and his accomplices, warning that failure to act could lead to further action by the association.
Mr Akandoh assured that the outcome of the investigation will help strengthen hospital protocols and enhance safety for both patients and healthcare workers.
The Health Minister also revealed that a five-member committee has been constituted to investigate the incident.
