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FACT CHECK: Kennedy Agyapong’s claim that NPP government didn’t do anything in 8 years to complete Afari hospital misleading
June 17, 2026
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FACT CHECK: Kennedy Agyapong’s claim that NPP government didn’t do anything in 8 years to complete Afari hospital misleading

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Key Points

  • Former NPP flagbearer aspirant Kennedy Agyapong claimed his party did "nothing" to complete the 500-bed Afari Military Hospital during their 2017-2024 tenure.
  • The hospital project, initiated under Kufuor, has remained unoperationalized through successive governments (Mills, Mahama, Akufo-Addo).
  • Agyapong's statement came amidst the Minority (NDC) accusing the current NDC government of neglecting the nearly complete facility.
  • A fact-check revealed Agyapong's claim was misleading, as the Akufo-Addo government advanced the project from 40% in 2017 to approximately 97% by November 2024.
  • The NPP government made significant payments, including $19.3 million for contract variations in 2018 and $2.5 million of a final tranche in 2023, beyond the original $180 million contract sum.

Why This Matters

This article is significant for Ghana as it exposes critical issues of project continuity, accountability, and the impact of political rhetoric on public perception of development projects. The prolonged delay in operationalizing a vital 500-bed military hospital, despite substantial financial investment, directly affects healthcare delivery and resource utilization in the country. It also highlights the need for evidence-based political discourse to ensure transparency and trust in governance.

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