If Politicians Used Local Hospitals, They’d Fix Them—Prof. Akosa on Ghana’s Healthcare Crisis"
Professor Agyeman Badu Akosa, a former Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, has criticized the tendency of politicians and government officials to seek medical care abroad, arguing that it undermines confidence in Ghana’s healthcare system and disrespects local medical professionals.
He contends that if leaders were required to receive treatment within the country, they would be more committed to improving healthcare infrastructure.
Instead of prioritizing foreign medical services, they would be forced to address the shortcomings in local hospitals and clinics, leading to better healthcare for the entire population rather than just the wealthy elite.
In addition to healthcare, Prof. Akosa also took issue with politicians sending their children overseas for education. He believes leaders should be obligated to enroll their children in Ghanaian schools, just as they should be required to seek medical care domestically.
By raising these concerns, Prof. Akosa is advocating for greater accountability in leadership. He argues that when those in power rely on the same services as ordinary citizens, they will have no choice but to invest in making them world-class, benefiting the entire nation rather than a privileged few.
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