Members of the Coalition of Unpaid Nurses and Midwives have expressed deep concern over prolonged delays in the payment of their salary arrears, warning that they may withdraw their services if the government fails to act swiftly.
The coalition, representing more than 6,000 nurses and midwives across the country, disclosed that while a few members have received only one month’s salary, approximately 300 have not been paid at all since assuming duty in December 2024.
According to the group, the persistent non-payment has subjected members to severe financial hardship. They accused the government of being misleading, noting that earlier assurances from the Ministry of Health that a payment schedule would be announced after the November salary settlement have not been fulfilled.
Speaking at a press conference in Ejisu in the Ashanti Region on Monday, December 15, 2025, the coalition urged the government to immediately honour its obligations by paying all outstanding arrears.
One of the affected nurses, Michael Makafui, shared the personal toll of the situation, explaining that unpaid salaries have made it difficult to meet basic needs such as rent, family responsibilities, and transportation. He said there are times he is forced to walk long distances after work due to lack of funds.
“We are not asking for empty promises. We simply want our arrears paid. If we had been paid, we would not be here,” he stressed.
The coalition warned that failure to resolve the issue promptly could lead to disruptions in healthcare delivery nationwide.
Source: cititnews
