By Grace Zigah
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has issued a strong condemnation of recent violent incidents at the Northern Regional Hospital, formerly known as Tamale Central Hospital, following the circulation of a viral video on social media that captured the chaos.
The footage appears to show a group of young individuals of the National Democratic Congress besieging the hospital premises, locking up the office of the Medical Director and other administrative offices, and barricading the Outpatient Department.
The actions reportedly disrupted hospital operations and posed serious risks to patients and staff.
In a statement, the GMA described the incidents as “lawless and dangerous,” emphasizing that such behaviour not only threatens lives but also damages hospital property.
The Association expressed alarm over what it sees as a worrying trend of youth groups taking the law into their own hands, storming health facilities to confront managers rather than pursuing proper grievance channels.
Dr. Richard Selormey, General Secretary of the GMA, stressed that the Association is closely monitoring the situation and will take further measures should threats against health workers persist.
He urged the Ghana Health Service to ensure the safety of the Medical Director and all hospital staff, while also calling for prompt resolution of any underlying disputes
The GMA has appealed to both the police and traditional authorities to intervene swiftly.
The Association urged law enforcement to identify and prosecute those responsible, while asking community leaders to guide young people toward using established procedures to address their concerns.
