3FM’s Johnnie Hughes has voiced strong criticism against a group of doctors over their demand for apologies from government officials following a ministerial visit to a hospital.
Hughes disagreed with their claim that the minister’s findings—such as dirty washrooms and a lack of water—should be met with an apology.
Hughes questioned the logic behind the demand, stating, “What exactly are the doctors expecting to be apologized for?
The minister simply pointed out the hospital’s failings.” He went on to ask why such issues had not been addressed long before the visit, given the hospital had received financial support in the past.
Addressing the controversy surrounding a doctor’s comment about the death of a 31-year-old patient, Hughes criticized the doctor’s dismissive attitude.
“To suggest that the death is being blown out of proportion is not only disrespectful to the family but also disregards the emotional and financial loss they’ve suffered,” Hughes said, expressing his disbelief.
The veteran journalist further discussed the broader issue of medical professionals’ conduct, remarking that doctors in Ghana often fail to prioritize patient care.
He shared an anecdote about a visit to a public hospital, where a doctor sent patients away because the shift had ended. “Here, patients are treated like second-class citizens,” Hughes pointed out during his show on 3FM monitored by MyNewsGh.
Hughes called on the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) to clarify its stance and stop engaging in “ego trips” at the expense of patient care.
He concluded with a call for action, urging both the government and healthcare professionals to focus on solving the issues that have long plagued the system. “It’s time for change,” he said.
