The Ministry of Health has announced the appointment of a three-member high-level Investigation Committee to look into the alleged denial of emergency care that led to the death of 29-year-old engineer, Charles Amissah, on February 6, 2026.
The Committee, tasked with conducting an independent inquiry into the incident, is chaired by Agyeman Badu Akosa, a renowned pathologist.
Other members include Henry Kwasi Bulley, a Fellow in Emergency Medicine at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, and Koku Awoonor-Williams, Technical Advisor to the Minister for Health.
According to the Ministry, the panel will examine the sequence of events, decision-making processes, and any factors that may have contributed to delays in emergency care.
It will also evaluate the adequacy of existing policies, protocols, and oversight mechanisms governing emergency healthcare delivery.
The Committee is expected to submit its findings and recommendations to the Health Minister on or before March 5, 2026.
In a statement, the Ministry assured the public of its commitment to accountability and adherence to emergency care standards, emphasizing that the investigation aims to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Source: citinews
