The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has assured the full implementation of recommendations made by the committee that investigated the death of 29-year-old engineer, Charles Amissah.
Speaking to the media after receiving the committee’s report from Chairman Agyeman Badu Akosa, the Minister described the findings as timely and praised the committee for what he called a comprehensive and impactful investigation.
Mr. Akandoh stated that government remains committed to ensuring accountability while pursuing major reforms within Ghana’s healthcare system, particularly in the area of emergency medical care.
As part of immediate actions, the Health Minister directed that all health professionals cited in the report be referred to their respective institutions and regulatory bodies for disciplinary action over breaches of professional duty.
Those facing sanctions include Dr Anne-Marie Kudowor of the Police Hospital, Dr Nina Naomi Eyram Adotevi of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Dr Ida Druant of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, and Dr (Med) Genevieve Adjar, also of Korle Bu and the MDC.
Others named in the report are Miss Akosua B. Turkson of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, as well as Miss Joy Daisy Nelson of Korle Bu and the NMC. According to the Minister, all those cited will undergo disciplinary processes for their roles in the handling of the case.
Mr. Akandoh further instructed that the referral processes be handled swiftly, stressing the need for expedited action to ensure justice for the deceased and restore public confidence in the healthcare system.
Charles Amissah, an employee of Promasidor Ghana Limited, died on February 6, 2026, after reportedly being involved in a hit-and-run incident at the Circle Overpass.
Reports indicate that he was denied admission at multiple health facilities, including Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, and the Police Hospital, before eventually succumbing to his injuries.
