News
Health Ministry sets up committee to probe alleged denial of emergency care
The Ministry of Health has set up a three member committee to investigate the alleged denial of emergency care that reportedly led to the death of a 29 year old engineer, Charles Amissah.
The incident is reported to have occurred on February 6, 2026.
In a press release issued on February 18, the Ministry explained that the committee will carry out a comprehensive and independent inquiry to establish the facts surrounding the case.
The Ministry indicated that the committee will review the sequence of events, the decisions taken by health officials, and any factors that may have contributed to delays or challenges in providing emergency treatment.
It will also assess whether existing policies, protocols, and oversight systems governing emergency healthcare delivery are adequate and effective.
The committee is chaired by Prof. Agyeman Badu Akosa, a pathologist.
The other members are Dr. Henry Kwasi Bulley, a fellow in emergency medicine at KTH, and Dr. Koku Awoonor Williams, a technical advisor to the Health Minister.
The Ministry noted that the committee is expected to present its report and recommendations to the Minister for Health on or before March 5, 2026.
The ministry of Health, stressed that it remains committed to accountability, integrity, and strict adherence to emergency care standards.
The Accra High Court of Ghana has granted bail in the sum of GH¢30 million to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in a major development in his ongoing extradition case.
Abu Trica as part of the bail condition is expected to provide two sureties.
His lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, disclosed the decision in a Facebook post on Tuesday.
Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, has been at the centre of a prolonged legal process to extradite him.
The latest ruling allows him temporary freedom while legal proceedings continue.
His legal team is expected to provide further updates on the next steps in court.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) today commenced its second Zonal Public Hearing in Kumasi Ashanti Region to examine the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report on public schools and District Assemblies yesterday, April 20, 2026.
In her opening remarks, the Chairperson of the Committee, Abena Osei Asare noted that the Committee will consider four (4) Auditor – General’s reports, namely, District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) & Other Statutory Funds, The Accounts of District Assemblies for the Financial Year (IGF), Pre-University Education Institutions and lastly Colleges of Education in the year ending 31st December 2024.
She assured the various District Assemblies and other institutions invited to respond to infractions cited in the Auditor-General’s report that the Committee would be transparent in asking questions as well as granting opportunities to all to explain issues to the Committee.
Abena Osei Asare, allowed the Ranking Member of the Committee, Samuel Atta Mills to chair the sitting with the explanation that her government was in power then, therefore she could not chair over Auditor-General reports of 2024.
