Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association - GRNMA, GAR

12/06/2026

📸 **Advancing leadership, improving outcomes.**

The GRNMA-GAR 2026 Workshop on *Nursing Leadership & Clinical Decision-Making Simulation* successfully brought together professionals for practical, skill-building sessions in clinical care and teamwork.

Here are highlights from an impactful learning experience:

09/06/2026

Date: 09 June 2026

UPDATE ON COURT PROCEEDINGS: ASSAULT ON A Date: 09 June 2026

UPDATE ON COURT PROCEEDINGS: ASSAULT ON A MIDWIFE AT TEMA COMMUNITY 22 POLYCLINIC

*FOR* *IMMEDIATE* *RELEASE*
Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association – Greater Accra Region (GRNMA-GAR)

We are pleased to inform leadership, our members, the nursing and midwifery profession, and the general public of a significant development in the case involving the assault of a midwife at the Tema Community 22 Polyclinic.

Following due legal process, the court has delivered its judgment in this matter. The accused has been convicted and sentenced as follows:

1. Fine: Payment of 100 penalty units or GH₵ 1,200.00 to the State.
2. *Bond of Good Behavior*: The convict is required to sign a bond of good behavior, committing to lawful and civil conduct in the future.
3. Restrain from assessing the Tema Community 22 Polyclinic or any of its associated facilities for a period of 12 months from the date of judgment.
4. *Compensation*: The convict is ordered to pay GH₵ 5,000.00 as compensation to the complainant the midwife who was assaulted in recognition of the harm, trauma, and indignity she suffered.

This judgment was delivered in accordance with Section 148(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 30).

GRNMA-GAR welcomes this judgment and commends the courage of our colleague midwife for standing up and pursuing justice. We equally commend all stakeholders legal counsel, the Regional Director of GHS, the Hospital Management, the Ghana Police Service, and the judiciary for their role in ensuring that this matter was not swept under the rug.

We remain committed to the safety, dignity, and welfare of every nurse and midwife across the Greater Accra Region and beyond. GRNMA-GAR will continue to pursue, support, and advocate for justice in every case of workplace violence against our members without compromise.

*Issued by:*
*Solomon Ajao*
*Regional* *Secretary*
*Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association – Greater Accra Region (GRNMA-GAR) MIDWIFE AT TEMA COMMUNITY 22 POLYCLINIC

*FOR* *IMMEDIATE* *RELEASE*
Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association – Greater Accra Region (GRNMA-GAR)

We are pleased to inform leadership, our members, the nursing and midwifery profession, and the general public of a significant development in the case involving the assault of a midwife at the Tema Community 22 Polyclinic.

Following due legal process, the court has delivered its judgment in this matter. The accused has been convicted and sentenced as follows:

1. *Fine*: Payment of 100 penalty units or GH₵ 1,200.00 to the State.
2. *Bond of Good Behavior*: The convict is required to sign a bond of good behavior, committing to lawful and civil conduct in the future.
3. Restrain from assessing the Tema Community 22 Polyclinic or any of its associated facilities for a period of 12 months from the date of judgment.
4. *Compensation*: The convict is ordered to pay GH₵ 5,000.00 as compensation to the complainant the midwife who was assaulted in recognition of the harm, trauma, and indignity she suffered.

This judgment was delivered in accordance with Section 148(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 30).

GRNMA-GAR welcomes this judgment and commends the courage of our colleague midwife for standing up and pursuing justice. We equally commend all stakeholders legal counsel, the Regional Director of GHS, the Hospital Management, the Ghana Police Service, and the judiciary for their role in ensuring that this matter was not swept under the rug.

We remain committed to the safety, dignity, and welfare of every nurse and midwife across the Greater Accra Region and beyond. GRNMA-GAR will continue to pursue, support, and advocate for justice in every case of workplace violence against our members without compromise.

*ssued by:
Solomon Ajao
*Regional* *Secretary*
*Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association – Greater Accra Region (GRNMA-GAR)*

08/06/2026

UPDATE ON ASSAULT ON THE MIDWIFE AT THE COMMUNITY 22 POLYCLINIC

Date: 08/06/2026

The Regional Executive Committee (REC) led by Mad. Kate Botchwey-Mensah(1st Vice Chairman, GAR) visited the member involved to solidarize with her for the court proceedings and further engage the hospital management.

*AT THE COURTROOM*:
The state prosecutor presented the facts of the case and submitted video evidence to the presiding judge.
The accused person pleaded guilty to the offense leveled against him.
The presiding judge deferred his judgment and remanded the accused person in police custody.
We are to reappear tomorrow *9/06/26* at 10:00 am for judgment.

*REC* *MEETING* *WITH* *HOSPITAL* *MANAGEMENT*:
The team was welcomed by the Medical Superintendent (Dr. Takyi) who gave an account of the incidence and steps taken to ensure our member is in good and sound mind. The facility management assured REC of beefing up the security in the facility and their continuous collaboration with the mother Association.

On behalf of Madam President (Mrs. Perpetual Ofori Ampofo) and our Regional Chairman (Mr. Jefferson Asare Danquah), REC thanked them for their warm reception and promised to be around for the judgment by the court.

*DEPARTURE*:
REC took the opportunity to engage nurses and midwives of the faculty to encourage them for the continuous support from the Mother Association and asked them to discharge their duties professionally.

We assure you of updates after the next court sitting tomorrow God willing.

UNITY ✊️✊️

Signed:
✍️🏾✍️🏾✍️🏾✍️🏾
*Solomon Ajao*
*Regional* *Secretary*
*GRNMA*, *GAR*

05/06/2026

Official Statement from GRNMA-GAR

We bring you greetings from GRNMA-GAR, and we send our solidarity to the midwife who was assaulted by a client's relative at Community 22 Polyclinic.

This issue is very unfortunate and disgraceful to Ghana and its healthcare delivery. It undermines the provision of a safe workplace and the prevention of harm at work.

GRNMA stands in solidarity with her and with all midwives and nurses across Ghana. We assure you that the Association will go to the fullest extent to seek justice for the affected member.

For those individuals who are quick to accuse and blame nurses and midwives for every incident, below are the facts of the matter for your own judgment. The video in circulation speaks for itself. The midwife who was assaulted restrained herself and did not even touch the gentleman, yet some people are still trying to find fault with the midwives.

Facts of the issues.

1. The said patient underwent C/Section.
2. She was discharged Post Op Day 3 waiting to settle bills
3. Incident happened Post Op Day 4.
4. Patient relative came to visit after visiting hours while Midwife was attending to other patients and serving medications.
5. She informed the relatives of the visiting time and called the security to come and ensure order at the ward.
6. Relatives got angry why the midwife had to call the security for her to come and sack them.
7. Security left to other wards. While the insult was ongoing.
8. Midwife decided to leave and write in her Incident report.
9. One of the women struck her from her back asking why she had to walk away whiles they were talking to her.
10. The guy among them also got furious when she walked away.
11. The argument got heated and the results is what we see in the video.
12. The issue has been reported to the police
13. It is been proceeded to court on Monday
14. Midwife has been assessed and Counselled
15. District and Regional GRNMA Executives had been in constant touch with her since we saw the video online yesterday.

We assure all members to continue acting professionally and to work within a safe and secure environment. Your health and safety also matter as guaranteed by the Ghana Labour Act 2003 Act 651

Section 121 — Employee’s Right to Remove Herself from Danger
“A worker may remove himself or herself from a work situation which he or she has reasonable justification to believe presents an imminent and serious danger to his or her life or health.”

Long Live GRNMA
Long Live GRNMA-GAR
Long Live Nurses and Midwives

03/06/2026

Our classic 2026 souvenir is getting everyone talking.
Have you picked up your Backpack 🎒 from your district leaders??
What's your assessment of it ??

Share a pic of you rocking your Backpack with the hashtag:

02/06/2026

Show me your President 👸
Mrs. Perpetual Ofori Ampofo, 3rd Vice President for ICN flies the flag Ghana high 🇬🇭🇬🇭

ICN CEO Howard Catton and Senior Policy Advisor Hoi Shan Fokeladeh were delighted to welcome ICN 3rd Vice-President Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo, alongside her team from the Ghana Registered Nurses' & Midwives' Association - GRNMA.

With the GRNMA delegation attending this year’s International Labour Organization Conference, the meeting highlighted shared contributions to key global priorities — including gender equity, the protection and safety of nurses and health and care workers, and the evolving Ebola outbreak, underscoring the vital role of nursing leadership in response efforts.

13/05/2026

*Celebrating International Nurses Day 2026*

Highlights from yesterday’s event with members of the GRNMA Greater Accra Regional branch.

This year’s theme: *“OUR NURSES. OUR FUTURE. Empowered Nurses Save Lives”* reminds us that when nurses are supported, empowered, and valued, entire communities thrive.

Proud of our nurses in Greater Accra for showing up, standing strong, and continuing to lead with compassion and excellence. Thank you to GRNMA National and all distinguished guests for making the celebration impactful.

Happy International Nurses Day to every nurse making a difference, every single day!



-GAR

11/05/2026

*Commemorating International Day of the Midwife 2026* 💙

Moments from GAR IDM symposium held on Friday, 8th May 2026 at the GRNMA Guesthouse, Greater Accra.

Under the theme _“One Million More Midwives”_, we gathered to celebrate, reflect, and advocate for the critical role of midwives in saving lives and strengthening healthcare.
Grateful to our guests, speakers, and all midwives whose dedication keeps Ghana’s mothers and newborns safe.

Happy International Day of the Midwife to every midwife making a difference!

09/05/2026

Our Midwives symposium got featured. Ayekoo to all GAR Midwives, you are cherished 👏👏👏