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Kwadwo Poku recounts two-hour wait at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital over emergency care
February 25, 2026
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Kwadwo Poku recounts two-hour wait at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital over emergency care

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Key Points

  • Kwadwo Poku, an NPP member and Executive Director of the Institute for Energy Policies and Research, blames poor attitudes among health workers for Ghana’s recurring “no bed syndrome.”
  • He shared a personal experience of waiting two hours at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital with a bleeding hand without receiving treatment.
  • Poku argues that the problem extends beyond limited beds and infrastructure, pointing to weak emergency response and poor triage.
  • He emphasized that Ghana's health regulations prohibit turning away emergency patients due to lack of space, requiring basic treatment first.
  • His comments contribute to a renewed public debate on emergency patient care, following recent reports concerning major facilities like Korle Bu and Ridge Hospitals.

Why This Matters

This issue critically impacts public health and safety in Ghana, highlighting severe deficiencies in emergency healthcare delivery. It points to systemic problems beyond just infrastructure, affecting public trust in the healthcare system and potentially necessitating policy enforcement or reforms to ensure citizens receive timely and professional medical attention.

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