Ministry of Health receives final report on Tamale Teaching hospital incident

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has received the final report from the committee set up to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a patient at the Tamale Teaching Hospital on April 13, 2025.

The independent committee, chaired by Abdul Rahim Mohamed, was tasked to assess the clinical, operational, and systemic factors that may have contributed to the incident, which generated widespread public concern and allegations of medical negligence.

Presenting the report, Mr. Rahim explained that the committee engaged the patient’s family, hospital staff across relevant units including the emergency department and ICU, as well as reviewed standard operating procedures at the hospital. He noted that the committee’s findings were accompanied by far-reaching recommendations aimed at improving operational efficiency and restoring public confidence in the hospital’s services.

According to the committee chairman, Tamale Teaching Hospital plays a critical role in providing care not only to residents of the Northern Region but also to neighboring regions and even parts of Burkina Faso, making the strengthening of its systems vital to the wider health sector.

Receiving the report, Akandoh commended the committee for its dedication and professionalism. He assured the public that the Ministry will thoroughly study the findings and ensure that the recommendations are implemented.

“The ultimate aim is to improve the quality of healthcare services in our country. This report is not just for the Ministry, but for the people of Ghana, who deserve assurance that the system is being strengthened”, the Minister stated.

The Minister emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to transparency and accountability in handling matters of public concern and pledged to continue working with all stakeholders to improve patient safety and healthcare delivery nationwide.