Ghana's Ambulance Service CEO's Candidacy Sparks Legal Debate

Ghana's Ambulance Service Faces Scrutiny Amidst Political Controversy June 15, 2025 - A recent video has sparked debate about the intersection of civil service and political office in Ghana. The video highlights the case of Professor Ahmed Nuhu Zakariah, who served as CEO of the National Ambulance Service while also running as an NDC parliamentary candidate in 2016. This situation raises questions about potential conflicts of interest and the application of a 2016 Supreme Court ruling. The court ruling, according to the video, states that civil servants are ineligible to be Members of Parliament. While the video provides details of the case, it also includes potentially misleading information. Independent verification of the facts is needed to create a fair and balanced news report. "A lot of things are going on in Ghana's Ambulance Service," the video's presenter states, adding to the controversy. The video's presenter also discusses Article 94 of the Ghanaian constitution, which addresses the qualifications and eligibility for Parliament. This article seems to support the court's decision. However, the video's lack of neutrality necessitates further investigation to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of the situation. The incident underscores the need for transparency and clarity in the relationship between Ghana's civil service and its political system.