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KBTH to complete maternity block renovation soon
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The Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) has assured the public that renovation works on the Maternity Block was progressing steadily and would be completed soon.
Dr. Frank Owusu Sekyere, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of KBTH, stated during a media tour of the hospital’s projects on Monday that the renovation, which began in January with a six-month completion timeline, was already 80 per cent finished within just two months.
“The renovation ongoing now started in January, and they had six months to complete, within two months, they have done 80 per cent compared to the last certification assessment.
“If we have been able to do 80 per cent in two months, chances are that within the next two months, we may be able to complete it.
“So, we have no reason to believe that it is going to drop,” he assured, and expressed confidence that the contractor would be able to finish the work within two months.
Dr. Owusu Sekyere and the management of the hospital were touring projects sites to assess the progress of work.
The group also inspected ongoing works on Ward E, Orthopaedic Ward (Ward H), the Oxygen Plant, and the construction site of the KBTH perimeter wall to improve security.
The GH₵3.5 million renovation of the maternity block, which began in January 2025, was aimed at improving patient safety.
The renovation mainly targets the building’s external structure, which had weakened over time with crumbling castings and exposed metal parts.
The work involves dismantling the damaged sections, recasting, plastering, and repainting the entire exterior to restore its appearance, as the building’s structural integrity remains intact.
Dr. Isaac Koranteng, Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, explained that the decision to renovate rather than demolish the old structure was influenced by recent economic challenges, including the domestic debt exchange programme.
“Originally, there were plans to construct an 11-story maternity and gynecology complex that would have replaced the current block. “Because of the discussion that we’ve had about the possibility of a new block, it wasn’t in our interest to put money in here when a new one was coming. But now we have realized that we need to concentrate on fortifying this,” he added.
Dr. Koranteng stated that the renovation works would not disrupt healthcare services at the facility, as the internal structures remained operational and in good condition.
“We are still going to take care of the patients. We are still going to carry out all activities because it’s external and the internal is in good condition,” he said.
Dr. Koranteng assured the public that once completed, the renovated facility would showcase an entirely new facade, enhancing the overall appearance of Ghana’s premier teaching hospital.
In response to mounting concerns about the hospital’s elevator functionality across various blocks, he confirmed that three new lifts had been acquired—one each for the Maternity, Surgical, and Medical Blocks. He mentioned that preparations for the installation of the new lifts were progressing smoothly. – GNA
The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested former professional boxer Michael Ayitey Okai, popularly known as “Ayitey Powers,” over an alleged threat of death against the Director-General of the National Sports Authority, Yaw Ampofo.
According to the Police, the 46-year-old former boxer was arrested on Monday, August 24, 2026, in connection with the alleged threat.
The Police said the arrest followed a video circulating on social media in which Ayitey Powers is alleged to have issued the threat against Mr Ampofo.
He is currently in Police custody and is assisting with investigations.
The Accra Regional Police Command said investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged threat and determine the appropriate action to be taken in accordance with the law.
The Command has urged the public to refrain from sharing unverified information about the matter while the investigation continues.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Minority Leader in Parliament Alexander Afenyo Markin has sued the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, and Multimedia Group Limited over alleged defamatory comments made against him on the Newsfile programme.
In a writ filed at the High Court in Accra, Mr Afenyo Markin is seeking GH¢15 million in damages, an apology and retraction of the statements, among other reliefs.
The suit follows comments allegedly made by Mr Gyamfi during the Saturday, August 22, 2026 edition of Newsfile, hosted by Samson Lardy Anyenini.
According to the statement of claim, Mr Gyamfi described Mr Afenyo Markin as an “extortionist” while responding to a question about GoldBod’s reported profits and its position on losses arising from its operations.
The plaintiff claims that Mr Gyamfi repeated the allegation when the host sought clarification on whether he stood by the description.
Mr Afenyo Markin further claims that Mr Gyamfi challenged him to sue him and insisted that the allegation was true.
The plaintiff argues that the statements created the impression that he engages in extortion, uses his political influence to put improper pressure on public institutions and officials, and conducts himself in a manner inconsistent with the standards expected of a lawyer and public office holder.
He denies the allegations and maintains that he is not an extortionist and has never engaged in the conduct alleged by Mr Gyamfi.
The Minority Leader also argues that the comments were made maliciously and were presented as facts without evidence being disclosed.
He claims the statements have damaged his reputation, professional standing and public image, particularly because of his position as a senior political figure and legal practitioner.
The suit also names Multimedia Group Limited as a defendant because, according to the plaintiff, the alleged defamatory comments were broadcast through JoyNews and subsequently circulated on social media platforms, including X, Facebook and YouTube.
Mr Afenyo Markin claims Multimedia failed to stop the comments or deactivate Mr Gyamfi’s microphone after the allegations were made.
He is therefore asking the court to award him general, aggravated and exemplary damages, as well as GH¢15 million in compensation and legal costs.
He is also seeking an order compelling the defendants to issue a full, unconditional and unequivocal retraction and public apology.
The plaintiff wants the apology and retraction to be given similar prominence and reach as the original publication, including through JoyNews and the social media platforms where the comments were disseminated.
He is further seeking a permanent injunction preventing the defendants from repeating the alleged defamatory statements or words with a similar meaning.
The writ requires the defendants to enter an appearance within eight days after being served.
It warns that failure to do so could result in judgment being entered in their absence.
The case was filed by lawyer Paa Kwesi Abaidoo of Dehyena Chambers on behalf of Mr Afenyo Markin.
By: Jacob Aggrey
