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EOCO confirms handover of Weija Paediatric Hospital to Health Ministry
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The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has announced that Awerco Construction Limited has officially handed over the Weija Paediatric Hospital to the Ministry of Health.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, EOCO indicated that the handover ceremony took place on 7 August 2026 at the conference room of the hospital.
The office explained that the facility has a capacity of 130 beds and will now move towards commissioning and full operation to provide specialised healthcare services for children and families.
EOCO recalled that it had earlier announced, in a statement dated 16 July 2026, that the contractor and the Ministry of Health had agreed to proceed with the handover after a series of engagements facilitated by the office. According to EOCO, the agreement was intended to allow healthcare services to begin for the benefit of the public.
The office described the handover as an important step toward making the hospital operational and improving access to paediatric healthcare services in the Weija area and surrounding communities.
EOCO, however, stressed that investigations into alleged procurement breaches, financial impropriety and other related matters connected to the project are still ongoing. It noted that the transfer of the hospital to the Ministry of Health does not affect or prejudice those investigations.
The office commended the Ministry of Health and Awerco Construction Limited for complying with the terms of the agreement reached during the facilitated engagements and for acting in the national interest.
EOCO reaffirmed its commitment to protecting public resources, promoting accountability and ensuring that public infrastructure projects deliver their intended benefits to the people of Ghana.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has approved a reorganisation of the National Security Council Secretariat, resulting in new appointments and reassignments within the security structure.
The changes were announced in a statement issued by the Presidency on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
Under the reorganisation, Major (Rtd.) General William Ayamdo, a former Chief of Army Staff, has been appointed Deputy National Security Coordinator in charge of Operations.
Mr. Yaw Donkor, who previously served as National Security Coordinator, has been reassigned as Director of Intelligence and Research at the Office of the National Security Advisor.
The President also appointed Mr. Adamu Saaka as Director of Logistics and Transport.
Ms. Faustina Effah-Boadi has been named Officer in Charge of the Human Security Department, while DCOP (Rtd.) Peter Ndekugri has been appointed Officer in Charge of the Special Investigations Unit.
In addition, ACP Alhassan Osman has been reassigned to the Ghana Police Service for further deployment.
According to the statement, all the appointments and reassignments take immediate effect.
The statement was signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Member of Parliament and Spokesperson to the President as well as Minister for Government Communications.
The Presidency indicated that the changes form part of efforts to strengthen the National Security Council Secretariat and improve its operations.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ministry of Health has rejected claims that Ghana is facing a shortage of antiretroviral medicines (ARVs) used in the treatment of HIV.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the ministry responded to concerns raised by the Network of Persons Living with HIV in Ghana (NAP+ Ghana) and assured the public that the medicines remain available at designated health facilities across the country.
The ministry stated that it was inaccurate to suggest that ARVs were unavailable in Ghana. According to it, patients can continue to receive treatment and care at approved health facilities.
It explained that it was currently restocking medical commodities at the Medical Stores as part of its routine procurement and supply programme. The ministry added that plans were far advanced to complete the restocking process and ensure continuous availability of medicines.
The statement noted that the ongoing efforts were aimed at ensuring timely distribution of ARVs and other essential health commodities to health facilities nationwide.
The ministry denied reports that antiretroviral medicines had expired at the port. It indicated that it was working with relevant stakeholders to ensure effective management and timely clearance of medical supplies.
According to the ministry, it has engaged NAP+ Ghana and assured the organisation of its open-door policy in addressing concerns related to the availability and distribution of ARVs.
The ministry further stated that it remained committed to working constructively with all stakeholders to ensure that persons living with HIV have uninterrupted access to the medicines and health services they need.
It assured the public, especially persons living with HIV, that it would continue to take the necessary measures to guarantee the availability and fair distribution of antiretroviral medicines across Ghana.
By: Jacob Aggrey
