The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has commissioned a 50-bed Police Hospital in Kumasi, fully funded by the Police Welfare Scheme.
The facility is intended to improve access to healthcare for police officers, their dependents, and the general public.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Muntaka praised the leadership of the Ghana Police Service and the administrators of the welfare scheme for their vision and dedication. He highlighted the hospital as a clear example of what can be achieved when unity and purpose are combined.
He assured that the government is committed to ensuring the hospital is fully staffed, well-equipped, and properly maintained. He also disclosed that the Tamale Police Hospital is 80% complete, and recruitment of medical personnel for both the Kumasi and Tamale facilities is ongoing.
The Interior Minister encouraged the Police Service to promote a culture of maintenance to preserve the hospital’s facilities and secure the health of personnel and the public.
The Director General Welfare of the Ghana Police Service, COP Iddi Lansa Seidu, noted that the hospital stands as a symbol of the values of solidarity and responsibility that define the Service.
He emphasized that the facility reflects the Police Service’s continued commitment to supporting the well-being of officers, their families, and retired personnel.