The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has revealed that his ministry is in talks with the Ghana Police Service to provide security at public health facilities across the country.
The decision follows an alleged attack on health workers at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital by a group led by activist Ralph St Williams.
Speaking on TV3 in Accra on Monday, August 25, 2025, Mr. Akandoh stressed that strengthening security had become necessary to protect both health workers and patients.
“We will have an arrangement with the police going forward. When incidents like this happen, they shape government policy direction. I am now reflecting not only on Ridge Hospital but also on extending security to other health facilities,” he explained.
He further noted that the initiative would be rolled out in partnership with District Chief Executives (DCEs), district health directors, and the police to ensure rapid security support whenever required.
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