(In Ghana) Tamale Teaching Hospital CEO Sacked Over Poor Conditions, Negligence

 The controversy surrounding Tamale Teaching Hospital in Ghana has deepened with the sacking of its CEO, Dr. Adam Atiku. Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh and MP Alhassan Suhuyini paid a surprise visit to the hospital, where they confronted staff over the facility's poor condition and uncleanliness. This move follows public outcry over the death of a young boy, Bavug Salim, who passed away at the hospital's Accident and Emergency Unit on Easter Sunday. The hospital's management had previously released a statement attempting to absolve itself of blame, claiming that the specialized procedure needed to save the boy's life was unavailable. However, this explanation sparked widespread criticism, as the boy had obtained a referral for the procedure. The hospital's response was seen as a clear case of buck-passing, and the public demanded accountability

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The Health Minister's surprise visit and the subsequent sacking of the CEO suggest a strong desire to address the systemic issues plaguing the hospital and restore public trust. The incident has raised important questions about the state of healthcare in Ghana and the need for improved accountability and transparency in medical facilities.

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