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‘Be sensitive to plight of patients’
Rev Fr. Ignatius Ayivor preaching
The Parish Priest of the St. Augustine Catholic Church, Ashaiman, Rev Fr. Ignatius Ayivor has appealed to health personnel to be more sensitive to the plight of their clients.
He observed that since they were most of the time surrounded by the sick, there was the tendency to get used to it and would not treat their calls for help with the urgency it deserved.
Rev Fr. Ayivor said this during his homily at a Unity Mass by the church on the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time in the Year where the Gospel reading talked about the Richman and a Poorman called Lazarus in Luke 16:19-31.
He said the reading was to arouse in everyone a sense of duty to the less fortunate and also have regard for God and humans.
He said just like the Richman neglected the Poor man Lazarus although he knew he was suffering and needed help he closed his ears and eyes to his calls for help pointing out that some health personnel also did same to their clients which was not good enough.
The Catholic Priest said it was sad that sometimes patients were even rushed to the Consultating Rooms because of the huge number of clients waiting to be served which in some cases even compromised the quality of the services delivered to them.
He said much as the job became challenging sometimes, they should not lose sight of the fact that they were supposed to feel for their patients.
He said even as religious persons, they were equally placed to help people in need because they were always hearing about the troubles of others but that should rather make them do their best to ease their pain.
The Parish Priest said it was important for Christians to make it a priority to share time, money, energy, knowledge or anything they had with the poor but sadly “others don’t do so to alleviate their suffering instead they use that to exploit them.”
He stated that all some people needed was a listening ear, prayers, food and visits at hospitals, prisons, among others to make them feel loved but it was unfortunate that many had become too busy to do so or put themselves in a certain class that had made them unapproachable.
He said whether a person was rich or poor, they were equal before God and so there was no point to look down on others and advised the parishioners to be respectful to all persons, smile and be sensitive to the needs of all persons.
From Dzifa Tetteh Tay, Ashaiman.
The Ghana Tourism Development Company Limited (GTD) in collaboration with the Department of Organisation and Human Resource Management, University of Ghana Business School (UGBS) has marked the 2026 World Safety Day Celebration in Accra.
The event held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Cedi Conference Centre, Legon was under the theme “Good Psychosocial Working Environment: A Pathway to Thriving Workers and Strong Organizations.”
The day is observed globally to promote safe and healthy working conditions and to raise awareness about both physical and psychological risks at the workplace.
The event formed part of efforts by stakeholders to deepen national conversations on workplace safety, particularly the growing concern about psychosocial well being.
In his keynote address, the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul Rashid Hassan Pelpuo stressed that workers must not be treated as machines but as human beings with dignity, rights and families.
He explained that unsafe work environments marked by fear, harassment, intimidation and excessive pressure reduce productivity and weaken organisations.
He noted that although physical hazards such as faulty equipment and unsafe buildings remain a concern, psychological risks including excessive workload, bullying, job insecurity and toxic communication are equally dangerous and must be addressed.
According to him, psychological hazards are real, measurable and preventable, and should be treated with the same urgency as physical risks.
He maintained that safe and healthy working conditions are not a luxury but a fundamental right that supports productivity and social justice.
Dr Pelpuo further stated that the government remains committed to strengthening occupational safety and health systems, adding that worker wellbeing is a core responsibility of leadership and not a public relations issue.
He urged employers to create environments where dignity is protected, and workers are empowered to speak without fear.
The Dean of University of Ghana Business School, Prof Ernest Y Tweneboah Koduah noted that the school is committed to shaping a better world of work that is equitable, productive and sustainable.
He announced that the school has secured accreditation from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission to introduce a programme in organisational health and safety.
He explained that gaps in workplace safety in Ghana are linked to weak enforcement, underreporting and limited professional training.
He added that the new programme will equip graduates with the skills to prioritise employee wellbeing as a key organisational responsibility.
Prof Tweneboah Koduah urged organisations to assess psychosocial risks, invest in human resource capacity and create environments where workers can openly discuss mental health concerns.
He emphasised that collaboration between academia and industry is essential to addressing workplace safety challenges.
Delivering remarks on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, the Registrar of the University of Ghana, Emelia Naa Kwantsua Agyei Mensah described the event as historic, noting that it is the first time the university is marking the global observance.
She explained that the focus on psychosocial wellbeing reflects current realities in the world of work.
She stated that employee health, including mental and emotional wellbeing, directly affects productivity, morale and institutional performance.
Mrs Agyei Mensah added that the university is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for staff and students, beyond minimum legal requirements.
She called on leaders to reflect on the kind of workplaces they create and to prioritise the wellbeing of employees.
CEO of the GTDC, Prof Kobby on his part noted that its participation aligns with its commitment under the Riyadh Declaration, which calls on member states to improve infrastructure and public safety, as well as enhance services, transport, connectivity and accessibility.
He indicated that the company intends to use the platform to highlight Ghana’s readiness to implement the declaration, with a strong focus on worker safety and wellbeing as a foundation for sustainable tourism development.
The event brought together policymakers, academics, industry players and students to discuss strategies for improving workplace safety and promoting healthier work environments across the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Armed Forces has confirmed that an escort convoy protecting civilians was attacked in Binduri in the Upper East Region, leaving three people dead.
In a press release issued on April 27, 2026, the military said the convoy, which was escorting about 140 civilians from Bawku to Bolgatanga, came under gunfire from unknown attackers.
It said the attackers shot at the convoy several times, killing three of the civilians being escorted and injuring one other person.
According to the statement, soldiers returned fire and were able to repel the attack. In the process, seven of the assailants were killed.
The military added that during a follow-up operation, weapons and ammunition were retrieved from a suspect who had taken refuge in a mosque.
The items included a G3 rifle, two loaded magazines, and additional rounds of ammunition.
It said ten other suspects have been arrested and are assisting with investigations.
The Ghana Armed Forces cautioned the public against engaging the military or any security agency during operations.
It extended condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wished the injured person a speedy recovery.
By: Jacob Aggrey
