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Police urge vigilance in health facilities following baby theft incident at Mamobi
February 18, 2026
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Police urge vigilance in health facilities following baby theft incident at Mamobi

Policy

Key Points

  • The Ghana Police Service has issued an advisory urging the public, health facilities, and families to be vigilant following a baby theft at Mamprobi Polyclinic.
  • Hospitals are advised to enforce strict identification protocols for staff and visitors, ensure proper verification for baby release, and install/monitor CCTV systems.
  • Health facilities should also maintain visitor logs and restrict access to natal wards to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • The public is encouraged to report any suspicious persons or activities immediately, emphasizing shared responsibility for safety.
  • This advisory follows the recent arrest of Latifa Salifu, suspected of stealing a four-day-old baby from the Mamprobi Hospital.

Why This Matters

This incident and the subsequent police advisory highlight a critical public safety and healthcare security issue in Ghana. It underscores the vulnerability of newborns in medical facilities and the urgent need for robust security measures, impacting public trust in the healthcare system and potentially influencing future healthcare policy reforms to protect citizens.

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