Hospitals built to 95% completion under the NPP in 24 months have been left to rot for 23 months

According to report by Utvghana on Friday 13, November 2026, Dr Ekua Amoakoh, Spokesperson and Press Secretary to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has accused the current government of neglecting hospital projects that were reportedly about 95 per cent complete under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration.

According to Dr Amoakoh, several hospital facilities that had reached an advanced stage of construction within 24 months under the NPP government have been left unattended for the past 23 months, raising concerns about the government’s commitment to completing critical healthcare infrastructure.

She expressed concern over the alleged abandonment of the projects, arguing that facilities which were close to completion could have been made operational to improve access to healthcare services for Ghanaians.

Dr Amoakoh’s comments have also brought renewed attention to the importance of continuity in public infrastructure projects, particularly those in the health sector. She suggested that projects initiated by previous administrations should not be allowed to deteriorate simply because of a change in government.

The concerns are particularly significant given the pressure on existing health facilities, including the need for additional hospital beds, improved medical equipment and expanded access to quality healthcare across the country.

Completing projects that have already reached an advanced stage could potentially reduce the cost and time required to provide additional healthcare infrastructure, while ensuring that public funds invested in their construction deliver the intended benefits.

Her remarks are likely to generate further debate about the status of inherited hospital projects, government spending priorities and accountability for public infrastructure.

However, details of the specific hospitals involved, their current construction status and the government’s plans for completing them were not provided in the statement.

The government is therefore expected to face questions about the progress of the projects and whether steps are being taken to ensure that the facilities are completed and made available to the public.

The issue has once again highlighted the need for transparency and continuity in the management of major national development projects, especially those directly linked to the health and welfare of citizens.

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