GRNMA Strike: Resolution in Sight as Talks Progress, Says Ayew Afriyie
Ranking Member on Parliament’s Health Committee, Dr. Nana Ayew Afriyie, has expressed optimism that the ongoing Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association’s (GRNMA) strike could be resolved by the end of the day following fruitful deliberations in Parliament.
Speaking in Parliament on Thursday June 12, he disclosed that the Health Committee—comprising members from both sides of the House—held a constructive, non-partisan discussion aimed at facilitating a peaceful resolution to the industrial action.
“Today, the committee—the non-partisan committee—after a good discussion, has been able for us to make a peaceful way, and we hope there will be good news by close of day because of our cooperative stance,” he stated.
Dr. Afriyie acknowledged the legitimacy of the nurses’ concerns and affirmed the Minority’s solidarity with them in their quest for better working conditions. However, he appealed to the striking nurses to consider the broader impact on the Ghanaian public.
“Inasmuch as the Minority Caucus respects the rights of our nurses, we sympathise with them in pursuit of those rights. We are pleading with them to be merciful to the plights of Ghanaians and return to work as they look forward to government engagement,” he added.
The nationwide strike, declared by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), has significantly disrupted health services across the country. The association is demanding improved conditions of service and the fulfilment of previously agreed obligations by the government.
