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Our exploding healthcare management issues have brought us to the brink of healthcare challenges, collapse and national security catastrophe.

No bed syndrome or poor infrastructure and planning within our health institutions is taking hundreds of thousands of Ghanaian lives.

The emergencies are country-killing and not sustainable when we add road traffic accidents to the fray. This threatens the bedrock of our nation and economic security, and the productivity of the nation, and that fixing the health crisis will make our nation strong, productive and financially viable, and a respected developing country.

A series of bad decisions will expose the government to ruthless retaliation by professionals and adversely impact our health delivery as a nation, with serious economic and national security consequences.

This sweeping and unqualified, unjustified decision to always suspend leaders in healthcare over decisions made while in the line of duty has put us in a terrible situation.

The Health Minister has been conferred powers to address major problems for and on behalf of the President and the people of Ghana, but make no mistake, there are limitations, where the broad authority ends. This suspension of the KATH Chief Executive is particularly a poor judgment and must be reversed as soon as possible.

Just as a matter of common sense, when we interrogate the teaching of ‘first do no harm’, it means any intervention done under unsafe or serious pressures on any facility can or may cause further harm to patients and even clinicians. And in fact, when a facility has no further bed space or an appropriate safe environment to work in, very crucial steps must be taken.

The checks and balances need to be looked at to address the never-ending tension between the Minister and Healthcare professionals must be done carefully. A better system of allowing for the regulators to assess the situation, the decisions made, and the measures taken by Tamale, Ridge, Korle Bu and KATH.

The suspension certainly has not been well thought through and was done without appropriate examinations of the situation on the ground. Patient safety and clinical team safety, plus severe congestion at the hospital’s Emergency Department, are not to be taken lightly. We are not contending that the Minister does not have the authority, but the way and manner in which it is used.

The background activities leading to the decision about congestion at KATH must be interrogated, not the Chief Executive.

We are quick to attribute a system failure to individuals, and that must stop. I support the need to reverse the decision, so the strike action can also be reversed. The government needs to address the systemic issue and not blame or shift blame to the people working day and night to keep the healthcare running and to deliver safe care to the sick.

I recommend we allow the major hospitals to adopt 4 of the Agenda 111 hospitals each to be able to extend their reach to the communities they serve.

We have a health crisis on our hands, which has become a national security issue. Why are there hospitals that have to be commissioned, but we fail to do the needful?

The citizens will rise up and be awoken soon. We will be tempted to occupy the Health Ministry to demand our hospital beds and equipment, plus infrastructure.

Teenager Mirra Andreeva beats Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska to become the youngest woman to win the French Open since Monica Seles 34 years ago.

Mirra Andreeva lived up to the hype and came of age by sealing her maiden Grand Slam title at the French Open at the age of 19.

Eighth seed Andreeva ended the run of 114th-ranked Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska with a 6-3 6-2 victory at Roland-Garros.

The Russian became the youngest player to win the women’s singles title since Monica Seles, who was 18 when she landed her third straight French Open in 1992.

Chwalinska was attempting to become the first qualifier to capture the title in Paris.

Russia’s Andreeva, who lives and trains in France, may not have had the majority of the crowd behind her – perhaps in part because of the political landscape and perhaps because of her opponent’s underdog status – but there is no doubt she is a phenomenal talent and a worthy Grand Slam champion.

When a final winner landed in the corner, Andreeva, who is also the first Russian female grand slam singles champion since Maria Sharapova here in 2014, dropped to her knees in celebration.

‘You’re a very tricky opponent. Wouldn’t want to play you one more time. No, it’s okay. I hope we play ?many more finals in the future,’ Andreeva said during the trophy ceremony.

Unilever Ghana PLC today held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Accra, bringing together shareholders, the Board of Directors, and Management to review the Company’s performance for the financial year ended 31 December 2025 and to provide updates on operations, governance, and strategic direction.

The Chairman of the Board, Mr. Charles Nimako, noted that despite a challenging global environment characterized by slowing growth, inflationary pressures, geopolitical tensions, and trade uncertainties, Ghana’s economy demonstrated strong resilience in 2025. He highlighted the country’s improved macroeconomic performance, marked by strong GDP growth, easing inflation, currency appreciation, and strengthened investor confidence, which created a more supportive operating environment for businesses.

The Managing Director of Unilever Ghana PLC, Mr. Christopher Wulff-Caesar reported broad-based portfolio growth, with Personal Care recording 12.1% underlying sales growth driven by Oral Care and Skin Cleansing. The Beauty and Well-being category delivered strong performance, with Vaseline achieving a double-digit growth of 53.4% growth. Home Care returned to growth at 5.0%, supported by Comfort and Omo Auto, while Nutrition grew by 2.2%, with a continued focus on volume-led growth in 2026.

The Company reported a profit of GHS 94 million for 2025 compared to GHS 58 million in 2024, with cash position improving to GHS 210 million from GHS 97 million within the same period.

Sustainability initiatives continued under the Growth Action Plan, focusing on plastics, nature, and livelihoods, including plastic waste collection, community training, and livelihood support programs across Ghana.

The Company also announced changes to its Board of Directors, including the appointment of six new Directors inclusive of the Board Chair following the completion of tenure of the exited Board members. The Board reaffirmed its commitment to strong corporate governance and effective oversight of the Company.

The Board Chairman, Mr. Charles Nimako, expressed appreciation to shareholders for their continued confidence and reaffirmed the Company’s commitment to delivering sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and long-term shareholder value.

Mr. Wulff-Caesar reiterated the company’s commitment to delivering consistent, competitive, profitable, and sustainable growth, with continued focus on Power Brands across key categories, Route to Market strategy and innovation pipeline as key drivers of future growth.

Unilever Ghana PLC expressed appreciation to shareholders for their continued support and participation in the AGM.

Doctors at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi have declared a strike action following an emergency meeting of their association.

In a statement announcing the action, the doctors expressed disappointment over what they described as efforts to manage challenging conditions at the hospital, including congestion at the Emergency Department and other operational difficulties.

The statement, signed by the Chairman of the Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association, Dr. Michael Leat, took exception to the suspension of the Chief Executive Officer of KATH by the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh.

The meeting resolved to commence the strike action yesterday at 6:00 a.m.

The doctors further resolved not to call off the strike until the suspension of the CEO is reversed.

They also demanded that the Board issue clear policies regarding the management of situations where the hospital’s emergency capacity has been exceeded.

They said such policies should provide explicit guidance on patient overflow and the circumstances under which admissions may be restricted in the interest of patient safety.

The doctors further called on the Ministry of Health to provide clear timelines for the retooling of KATH and other hospitals in the Ashanti Region to ease the burden on healthcare facilities.

They added that their action is not intended to undermine healthcare delivery but rather to draw national attention to issues of patient and caregiver safety, clinical governance, professional accountability, and the sustainability of healthcare services at Ghana’s second-largest teaching hospital.

They also urged the Board to advocate interventions to address overcrowding at the hospital.

Musician, Fancy Gadam, has confirmed that he and his wife, Queen Meela, are no longer together.

Speaking in an interview with G Face, on ‘The Trender’ show, the musician said he is now single.

‘I am not married anymore; I am single. I have seen people asking why my wife was not there and why she was not promoting the programme. We are no more,’ he said.

Fancy Gadam explained that their separation was the reason Queen Meela did not attend or promote his recent show in Tamale.

He, however, said there is no bad blood between them. According to him, they have a child together and continue to maintain a good relationship.

‘We are no more, but we have a child together, and there is no problem between us,’ he added.

The musician did not reveal the reason for their separation but stressed that they remain peaceful and focused on raising their child together.

The Tamale Circuit Court, presided over by Francis Asobayire, has sentenced Napari Baba Nindow to three years’ imprisonment with hard labour for possession of restricted drugs without lawful authority.

The convict was arrested on June 2, 2026, by the Northern Regional Special Operations Team, popularly known as ‘Red Maria,’ at Savelugu in the Northern Region.

He was found in possession of quantities of narcotic drugs suspected to be Indian hemp, as well as Tramadol, a restricted drug.

He was subsequently arraigned before the Tamale Circuit Court, where he pleaded guilty to the charges during proceedings.

The convict is currently being held in police custody pending the completion of mandatory health screening procedures, after which he will be transferred to prison custody to commence serving his sentence.

Founder and Leader of the International God’s Way Church, Bishop Daniel Obinim, has said that his wife, Florence Obinim, should not be involved in arranging his funeral when he dies.

According to the controversial preacher, disputes that followed the deaths of some prominent Ghanaian figures influenced his decision.

He cited the funerals of the late highlife legend, Charles Kojo Fosu, and the late church leader, Anthony Kwadwo Boakye, as well as ongoing disagreements over the funeral plans for the late Kwadwo Safo, as examples.

Speaking to his congregation in a viral video, Obinim said he has already made arrangements to prevent confusion after his death.

‘I have said that when I die, my family should attend the funeral but should not be part of the funeral arrangements,’ he stated.

He explained that his wife’s role should only be to observe widowhood rites and not take part in planning the funeral.

‘She is the only wife I have, so her responsibility should be to perform her widowhood rites and not run my funeral arrangements,’ he said.

Obinim revealed that he wants his biological children and members of his church, whom he referred to as the ‘Abroso Family’, to take charge of his funeral. He added that his wishes have already been included in his will.

The bishop also directed his relatives not to interfere in the funeral arrangements.

‘The only people who can fix my funeral dates and make arrangements are my biological children and the Abroso Family,’ he stressed.

Obinim further suggested that there are unresolved issues in his marriage, claiming that Florence Obinim had not contacted him after his comments became public.

‘Since she heard about the issue, she has not called or texted me to ask about it. She is simply talking publicly about it,’ he said.

Meanwhile, Florence Obinim has responded to her husband’s remarks. Speaking in a radio interview, the gospel musician said she was not surprised by his comments.

‘What I will tell him is, may God bless him for saying what he feels. It would have been painful for him to keep it to himself, but for him to say it publicly, I will say God bless him,’ she said.

When asked whether she would attend his funeral if he died before her, Florence replied, ‘For that, let us put it on hold.’

The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has been named the Overall Best Performing Minister at the 6th Ghana Minister of the Year Awards, in recognition of what organisers described as his distinguished service and performance at the Ministry of Finance.

The awards ceremony, held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, celebrated excellence in public service, dedication and impactful leadership in governance during the 2025 review period.

The event brought together political leaders, ministers of state, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), heads of public institutions and other distinguished guests to honour public officials who have demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation and commitment to national development.

Organisers said the awards scheme seeks to promote accountability and excellence in governance while recognising individuals and institutions that have made significant contributions to public administration. The awards also celebrate innovation, gender inclusion and youth leadership in public service.

According to the organisers, Dr. Forson’s recognition is premised on his leadership and contribution to the nation’s economic management and fiscal policy implementation.

Several ministers were also honoured in the Best Performing Minister category. They included the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa; the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu; the Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku; the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah; and the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare.

In the deputy ministerial category, Dorcas Affo-Toffey and Dr. Justice Srem-Sai received awards for their contributions to governance and public service.

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, was adjudged the Best Regional Minister of 2025, while Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa received the Best Young Minister of the Year award.

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, was named Best Innovation Minister of the Year. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey was recognised as Best Female Minister of the Year, while Eric Opoku received the Best Male Minister of the Year award.

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition emerged as the Best Government Ministry of the Year for its role in driving innovation and policy implementation within the sector.

At the local government level, Michael Kpakpo Allotey was honoured as Best Metropolitan Chief Executive of the Year. Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor received the Distinguished Parliamentary Service Award, while Kwame Obeng Asare, popularly known as A Plus, was named Most Impactful New Member of Parliament.

Prof. George Agyei was recognised as Best Performing CEO of the Year. Other public officials honoured in various CEO categories included Christopher Boadi-Mensah, Sylvester Mensah, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, Ruth Dela Seddoh, Julius Neequaye Kotey and Simon Madjie.

The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, was among the dignitaries who attended the event.

Creative director and cultural strategist, Kelvin Vincent says Ghana’s challenge isn’t fashion – it’s how we value red carpet representation and the creative sector as a whole.

In a recent statement, Vincent argued that glamour is often dismissed as vanity, but it functions as a strategy.

‘We think that glamour is vanity, but it can also be used as a strategy. Then we get upset when international audiences overlook us,’ he said.

He pointed to Nigeria’s dominance on global red carpets, citing their presentation at the recent Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).

‘Nigerians have mastered cultural exports with their red carpet, their presentation, and their visibility. Look at how most of them nailed it at the recent AMVCA, not because they are more talented than we Ghanaians, but because they understand that perception and image is part of power,’ Vincent stated.

Vincent said red carpets are often underwhelming in Ghana because the industry treats them like side attractions instead of business opportunities.

‘It can be exhausting preparing for the red carpet, but it’s all part of the industry, it’s part of our culture,’ he noted.

He stressed that red carpets now drive entire creative ecosystems. ‘If you remove red carpets from award shows, some award shows will collapse because it’s no longer just fashion anymore – it’s marketing, it’s branding, it’s global visibility, it’s a multi-million dollar ecosystem. Designers get booked, stylists get visibility, photographers, makeup – it’s a whole creative economy.’

According to Vincent, global brands watch these moments before investing in celebrities or labels.

He added that audiences remember visuals more than awards: ‘Let’s be honest, half of the people who are saying we should focus on the awards can’t even name Vocalist of the Year or Album of the Year from two or three years ago, but they can tell you what people wore. That tells us something about culture. Human beings, we are visual creatures.’

Vincent also pushed back on criticism that red carpets require expensive clothes, saying, ‘If our industry fully understood the economic power sitting on these red carpets, we’ll stop treating them like side attractions and start treating them like global businesses and opportunities.’

Unilever Ghana PLC recorded a strong financial performance in 2025, posting a 62 percent increase in profit after tax to GHS94 million, up from GHS58 million in 2024, as improved macroeconomic conditions and strategic business initiatives boosted growth across key product categories.

The company announced the results at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Accra, where shareholders, directors and management reviewed its performance for the financial year ended December 31, 2025.

Chairman of the Board, Charles B. Nimako, said the company delivered impressive results despite a challenging global economic environment, supported by the nation’s improving economic outlook and the successful execution of its business strategy.

‘Our strategic initiatives enabled us to deliver value to our shareholders. We have focused on sustainable growth, leveraging our strong brand portfolio and investing in local talent and resources,’ he stated.

In addition to the profit growth, Unilever Ghana’s cash position more than doubled during the year, rising from GHS97 million in 2024 to GHS210 million in 2025, which reflects stronger liquidity and operational efficiency.

The board has consequently proposed a dividend payment of GHS1 per share, amounting to a total payout of GHS62.5 million to shareholders.

Managing Director, Christopher Wulff-Caeser, attributed the company’s performance partly to the nation’s improved macroeconomic environment in 2025.

He noted that inflation declined sharply from 23.8 percent at the end of 2024 to 5.4 percent by December 2025, while the cedi appreciated by 40 percent against the US dollar and other major currencies.

According to him, these developments restored consumer confidence and purchasing power, creating favourable conditions for business growth.

He said the company’s Growth Action Plan (GAP), which focuses on accelerating growth through its key brands in the Beauty and Well-being, Personal Care, Home Care and Nutrition categories, also contributed significantly to the results.

The Personal Care category recorded an underlying sales growth of 12.1 percent in 2025, driven mainly by strong performances in the Oral Care segment.

The company’s flagship oral care brand, Pepsodent, reached more than one million Ghanaians through school and community campaigns promoting good oral hygiene practices.

The Beauty and Well-being category emerged as one of the strongest performers during the year. Vaseline recorded an underlying sales growth of 53.4 percent, marking its third consecutive year of double-digit growth.

Management attributed the performance to increased household penetration and expanded distribution channels.

The Home Care business also returned to growth, posting a five per cent increase in underlying sales. The improvement was driven by the successful launch of Comfort Fabric Conditioner and continued growth in Omo Auto detergent for machine washing.

Meanwhile, the Nutrition category recorded modest growth of 2.2 percent, supported mainly by pricing adjustments aimed at improving profitability.

Looking ahead, management expressed confidence in sustaining growth in 2026 through innovation, portfolio expansion and increased investment in key brands.

The company also announced significant changes to its Board of Directors, including the appointment of six new directors, among them a new Board Chair, following the completion of tenure of outgoing board members.

Management reaffirmed its commitment to strong corporate governance, sustainability and long-term value creation for shareholders.