The Member of Parliament for Weija-Gbawe, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has called on John Dramani Mahama and the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to ensure the immediate operationalisation of a completed specialist children’s hospital in the constituency.
Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Tuesday, May 5, the MP expressed concern over delays in opening the facility, despite its reported readiness for use.
“It’s a terrible situation, and we are calling on the President and the Minister of Health to ensure that the facility is opened,” he said.
Mr. Shaib noted that the hospital is a 120-bed capacity facility equipped with modern medical infrastructure, including CT scan and X-ray machines, as well as a mother’s hostel. He added that some equipment is already being maintained in working condition, including the CT scanner, which remains powered to preserve its functionality.
He stressed that the continued closure is denying residents access to essential healthcare services and leaving trained health professionals without employment opportunities.
The MP also criticised what he described as the politicisation of public infrastructure, arguing that completed projects—especially critical health facilities—should be put to use regardless of which government initiated them
