The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has strongly condemned a violent incident at the Northern Regional Hospital shown in a viral video circulating on social media.

The GMA’s reaction followed a footage which showed some youth besieging the hospital, locking up the office of the medical director and other administrative offices, and barricading the outpatients department.

In a statement signed by the President and General Secretary of the association, the GMA described the acts as lawless and dangerous, warning that such behaviour endangered the lives of patients and staff, as well as hospital property. 

The association expressed concern over a growing trend of youth groups storming health facilities to threaten managers instead of following proper procedures to resolve grievances.

The GMA further urged the police to take swift action against those responsible. 

The association also called on traditional leaders to intervene, urging the youth to follow appropriate channels to address their concerns. 

Additionally, the association appealed to the leadership of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) to ensure adequate protection for the medical director and all hospital staff while resolving any issues.