By Franklin Asare-Donkoh
The Ministry of Health has set up a three-member investigative committee to probe the alleged denial of emergency care that reportedly led to the death of 29-year-old engineer, Mr Charles Amissah.
The announcement was contained in a press release issued on February 18, 2026 and signed by the ministry’s spokesperson, Mr Tony Goodman.
The ministry explained that its decision follows allegations that Mr Amissah was denied emergency medical attention on 6 February 2026.
The committee comprises Prof Agyeman Badu Akosa, a pathologist; Dr Henry Kwasi Bulley, a fellow in emergency medicine at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH); and Dr Koku Awoonor-Williams, technical advisor to the Minister for Health.
Chaired by Prof Akosa, the committee has been tasked with conducting a comprehensive and independent inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident and establishing the facts.
According to the statement, the committee will examine the sequence of events leading to the incident, the decision-making processes involved, and any contributing factors that may have delayed or hindered the provision of emergency care.
The team will also assess the adequacy and effectiveness of existing policies, protocols and oversight mechanisms governing emergency healthcare delivery in the country.
The ministry indicated that the committee is expected to submit its report and recommendations to the Minister for Health on or before 5 March 2026.
Reaffirming its commitment to integrity and accountability, the ministry assured the public that all health facilities are required to strictly adhere to established standards of emergency care delivery.
Attached is the release;
