Ghanaian Health Minister Under Fire for Healthcare Hiring Discrepancies

Ghanaian Health Minister Faces Scrutiny Over Allied Health Professional Employment. Accra, Ghana – May 16, 2025 – A recent television interview has sparked controversy surrounding the Ghanaian government's handling of allied health professional employment. During a segment on Good Morning Ghana, a panelist challenged Health Minister Sammy Gyamfi on discrepancies in previously released figures regarding the number of professionals hired. The panelist pointed out that despite promises, many qualified individuals remain unemployed. "You're giving excuses about facilities," the panelist stated, highlighting the inconsistency between the minister's claims and the reality faced by many healthcare workers. The interview highlights the ongoing challenges in Ghana's healthcare system and the need for greater transparency and accountability in government policies. While the minister attempted to defend the government's actions, the pointed questions raised by the panelist have ignited a public debate on the issue.