The Minority in Parliament are pressing the government for an urgent ministerial briefing following a reported spike in COVID-19 cases at the University of Ghana, warning that the outbreak is sowing panic and could signal a broader public health risk.
The Minority Caucus, led by Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, called for the Minister of Health to appear before Parliament to provide a detailed account of the situation and outline the government’s response. Lawmakers expressed concern that the resurgence of infections could mirror earlier waves that overwhelmed the country’s healthcare infrastructure.
“We must not repeat the mistakes of the past,” Annoh-Dompreh said during a session in Parliament. “Let’s make hay while the sun shines. I call on the respected leader of the House to facilitate an appearance by the Health Minister to address the matter with full transparency.”
Nurudeen Muhammed Mumuni, Member of Parliament for Nalerigu/Gambaga, echoed the urgency, demanding clarity on whether the country is facing a renewed wave of the virus. “This is a very important issue,” he said. “The nation deserves to know: is COVID back or not?”
The University of Ghana has yet to issue a formal statement on the extent of the outbreak. The Health Ministry has also not publicly commented, fueling speculation and concern among students, faculty, and the broader public.
Ghana had largely brought COVID-19 transmission under control following earlier surges, but the latest reports suggest potential vulnerabilities remain. The opposition is warning that failure to act swiftly could lead to avoidable disruptions and strain on health services.
Source:TheDotNews