Korle Bu Senior Staff Association Raises Concerns Over Upcoming Leadership Transition
The Senior Staff Association of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has expressed concern over the process and uncertainty surrounding the appointment of the hospital’s next leadership, urging for transparency and stakeholder involvement.
Accra, Ghana – The Senior Staff Association of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital is calling for transparency and due diligence in the selection of new leadership as the hospital prepares for an administrative transition.
In a public statement, the association emphasized the need for a credible, competent, and inclusive process in appointing the next Chief Executive Officer or Director-General. They warned that any attempt to politicize or sideline institutional stakeholders could risk undermining the hospital’s operational stability.
“We are deeply concerned about who will constitute the next leadership for this critical national institution. As a teaching and referral hospital, Korle Bu deserves leadership that prioritizes professionalism, efficiency, and welfare of both patients and staff,” the statement read.
The association also called on the Ministry of Health and the Presidency to engage stakeholders within the hospital to ensure that the eventual leadership has both institutional trust and professional capacity.
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Ghana’s premier healthcare facility, plays a critical role in the country’s medical training, research, and clinical care. Its leadership transition is therefore seen as a matter of national importance.
Conclusion:
With the clock ticking on the current administration, the Senior Staff Association’s concerns highlight the need for a consultative and merit-based selection process. The next leadership will have a significant impact on the hospital’s future direction and its contribution to Ghana’s healthcare system.
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