Weija Gbawe MP Demands Government Intervention to Save NHIS from Total Collapse. The Member of Parliament for Weija Gbawe Constituency in the Greater Accra Region, Mr Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating state of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), stating that the scheme is no longer functioning effectively. According to him, patients across the country are increasingly being compelled to pay for healthcare services out of pocket, a situation that signals a troubling return to the cash-and-carry system the NHIS was designed to replace. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mr. Shaib lamented that even pregnant women undergoing Caesarean Sections (CS) are being charged exorbitant fees ranging from ₵5,000 to ₵9,000, which he described as unacceptable. He therefore called on the government to take urgent steps to restore the efficiency and credibility of the NHIS to ensure that Ghanaians, especially vulnerable groups, can access quality heal

Majority Leader Raises Concern Over NHIA Software Dispute The Majority Leader of Parliament, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has addressed the House on the ongoing challenges within the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA). Speaking on the floor of Parliament, he stated that the House could summon the Minister for Health to provide a detailed briefing on the situation. He disclosed that he had been informed of a technical challenge involving two software systems currently in use by the NHIA, which has sparked a dispute between the software providers over which system should be adopted. Hon. Ayariga explained that the disagreement has slowed down the submission and processing of claims from health facilities. However, he noted that the Chief Executive Officer of the NHIA has assured him that the matter is being resolved. He further stressed that the challenge is not related to any delay in government funding. According to him, government has released the required funds to the NHIA, and

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tribute Statement by Victor Emmanuel Smith On the Passing of Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings Date: 23/10/25 I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of the Republic of Ghana and a towering figure in our nation’s political development. Awakened far away in Iowa with this heartbreaking news, I had hoped it was inaccurate. However, after the confirmation, I was left with a profound sense of personal loss. Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings introduced me into active politics in the early 1990s. Upon my return from the United Kingdom in 1994, she offered me the opportunity and space to begin my journey in public service. I remain eternally grateful for the belief she had in my potential and for the pivotal role she played in shaping my political life. Like many meaningful relationships, ours experienced its challenges over time. But today, I choose to remember her for the significant impact she made — on me,

Ayariga Emphasizes Need for Job Creation Policies. Majority leader, Mahama Ayariga has emphasized the importance of the upcoming budget meeting in Parliament, which follows a familiar process practiced for decades. At a press briefing on 22nd October 2025, he said ministries, agencies, and constitutional bodies have been justifying their budgetary needs through hearings with the Finance Minister. Once synthesized, the Minister will present the budget to Parliament for debate and approval. Additionally, the member of parliament for Bawku highlights other parliamentary activities during this session, such as: Questions and answers. Ministers will address specific policy, programs, and constituency-related inquiries from MPs. MPs will make statements on pressing issues, followed by debates among their colleagues. Mahama Ayariga plans to revisit motions that have been delayed, including hearings focused on job creation for youth He emphasizes the need for policies from stat

*Minority Leader Afenyo-Markin Slams Government Over Economic and Health Challenges* Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has expressed deep concern over the current state of Ghana's economy and healthcare system. Speaking during a Parliament Leader's Media Briefing, Hon Afenyo-Markin criticized the government for failing to create jobs and stimulate private sector growth, citing a Ghana Statistics Service report that youth unemployment stands at 32% for those aged 15-24. The Effutu Member of Parliament highlighted the struggles of Ghanaians amidst rising living costs, emphasizing that macroeconomic gains are not translating to household welfare. He stressed the need for immediate action to address these challenges and ensure the government prioritizes the welfare of its citizens. The Minority Leader also brought attention to the plight of healthcare workers, stating over 200 junior doctors are owed salaries for 10 months, with more than 800 qualified medical doctors still