The Minority Caucus in Parliament is calling for swift action against individuals who illegally shut down the National Health Insurance Authority office in Ejisu, Ashanti Region. They demand the immediate arrest of all persons involved in this disruptive act.
The Ranking Member on Parliament’s Health Committee, Dr. Nana Ayew Afriyie, spoke out against the incident. He stated this protest must end, calling it nonsense and an attack on public services.
Youth aligned with the NDC are reported to be behind the closure. Their actions prevented the NHIA office from operating normally.
Dr. Afriyie condemned the closure as an unlawful act. He emphasized that such protests interfere with essential services provided to citizens.
The Ghana Police Service is expected to investigate the matter. Authorities have been urged to find and apprehend those responsible for the unlawful closure.
This incident highlights tensions surrounding public services and political actions. The Minority has stressed the importance of maintaining order and ensuring access to healthcare services.