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NARM-GH President Appeals for Pregnant Women’s Consideration Amidst GRNMA Strike

By: Mensah Maxwell The President of the National Association of Registered Midwives, Ghana (NARM-GH), Mrs. Leticia Asaaba Atiah has made a heartfelt appeal to the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) to consider the plight of pregnant women amidst their ongoing strike. The NARM-GH President’s plea comes as the GRNMA’s industrial action has left many pregnant women without access …

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Martin Kpebu Slams Ofori-Atta Over “Misleading” Medical Claims Amid Interpol Red Notice

Prominent legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has criticized former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta for allegedly misleading the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) about the nature of his medical travels, arguing that this dishonesty contributed to his inclusion on Interpol’s Red Notice list. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on June 10, Mr. Kpebu revealed that he had initially opposed …

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GRNMA Vice President Holds Government Accountable Amid Ongoing Strike by Nurses and Midwives.

The Vice President of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), Samuel Alagkora Akologo, has urged the public to hold the government responsible for any potential loss of life during the ongoing nationwide strike by nurses and midwives. His comments come in the aftermath of a high-level emergency meeting held on Monday, 9 June, between GRNMA executives, the Ministry …

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Parliament’s Health Committee Poised to Intervene in Nurses’ Strike if Talks Stall – Dr. Nawaane

Chairman of Parliament’s Health Committee, Dr. Mark Kurt Nawaane, has expressed the committee’s readiness to step in and help resolve the ongoing strike by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) if current negotiations do not lead to a resolution. In an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Monday, June 9, Dr. Nawaane underscored the essential role nurses play …

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NARM-GH Accuse GRNMA of intimidation and Harrasement amidst strike

The President for the National Association of Registered Midwives Ghana (NARM-GH), Mrs. Leticia Asaaba Atiah has accused the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) of intimidation and harassment. This accusation comes amidst the ongoing strike by GRNMA members over their conditions of service agreement with the government. The President of NARM-GH in an interview with ADOA TV, Claimed the …

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National Association of Registered Midwives, Ghana Commemorates International Day of the Midwife 2025

By: MENSAH MAXWELL The National Association of Registered Midwives, Ghana (NARM-GH) has joined the global midwifery community in commemorating the International Day of the Midwife (IDM) 2025. This year’s theme, “Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis,” highlights the vital role midwives play in enabling health systems to prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises. In a press release issued on …

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“We Must Work Within Our Authority” – MP Advises Colleagues Amidst Wontumi vs State Case

By: Mensah Maxwell The Member of Parliament for Kwesimintim constituency, Hon. Buckman Fiifi Phillip has cautioned his colleagues to be mindful of their authority and avoid overstepping their bounds. This advice comes amidst the ongoing case of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, versus the State. The MP’s statement emphasizes the importance of respecting the separation of powers …

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Trump Cracks Down on Harvard-Bound Foreign Students with New Visa Restrictions

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation placing new restrictions on foreign student visas specifically for Harvard University, the White House announced on Wednesday June 4,2025. The move comes amid rising tensions between the Trump administration and the prestigious academic institution. According to an internal cable obtained by Reuters, the U.S. State Department had already instructed all its consulates …

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Trump Revives Travel Ban with New Restrictions Targeting Togo and 18 Other Nations

Togo is now among several countries affected by a fresh wave of U.S. travel restrictions issued by President Donald Trump, citing national security concerns. According to a CNN report, Trump signed a presidential proclamation on Wednesday evening enforcing either full or partial travel bans on citizens from countries flagged for security lapses. The measure fully bars nationals from 12 countries …

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Doctors are overburdened-Dr. Leslie Issah Adam-Zakaria on GRNMA strike

The ongoing strike by members of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has significantly disrupted operations at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital. Medical Director Dr. Leslie Issah Adam-Zakaria reported that the absence of nurses and midwives has impacted critical departments, including outpatient services, emergency units, operating theatres, antenatal clinics, and labour wards. Dr. Adam-Zakaria noted that doctors are …

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