Reports: King Amoah
As Ghana approaches its upcoming elections, the political atmosphere is heating up, sparking intense debates and accusations within the healthcare community.
A senior midwife at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, who prefers to remain anonymous in an exclusive interview, has stepped forward to address the ongoing political narrative that seeks to paint former President John Dramani Mahama as a potential oppressor of nurses in terms of salary issues.
In recent weeks, the running mate of Dr Bawumia, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh aka Napo, has launched a series of public statements warning nurses against supporting Mahama.
His campaign claims that Mahama’s return to power would lead to the maltreatment of health workers, particularly concerning salary negotiations.
However, the senior midwife and other health workers have dismissed these assertions as “dirty campaign lies,” emphasizing that political rhetoric should not distract from the real issues facing nurses.
The midwife leading the interview highlights that under the current NPP regime, nurses and healthcare workers have been among the hardest hit by poverty and neglect.
Many healthcare professionals are grappling with inadequate salaries, poor working conditions, and a lack of essential resources.
She argues that the NPP, under the leadership of President Bawumia and his running mate Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has failed to address these pressing challenges, leaving nurses disillusioned and disenfranchised.
In her appeal, she urged fellow nurses and health workers to exercise their right to vote wisely in the upcoming elections.
She encouraged them to stand up against the status quo and consider voting out the NPP, advocating for a leadership that prioritizes the welfare of healthcare professionals.
“We cannot allow political lies to dictate our choices. Our livelihoods and well-being are at stake. It is time to demand better,” she stated.
Furthermore, she expressed that Napo’s attempts to sway the healthcare community’s opinions were unlikely to resonate.
“Nurses are not easily fooled by political manipulations. We have experienced firsthand the neglect of our needs, and we know who has truly stood by us,” she declared.
As the campaign period continues, it is crucial for voters, especially those in the healthcare sector, to critically assess the messages being propagated by political figures.
The upcoming elections present an opportunity for nurses and health workers to voice their concerns and push for a government that genuinely respects their contributions and addresses their grievances.
In conclusion, the plea from the Komfo Anokye midwife is more than a call to arms against misinformation; it is a rallying cry for the healthcare community to demand accountability, prioritize their needs, and ensure that their voices are heard in the corridors of power.
