The Ministry of Health has announced that over 6,000 newly recruited nurses have received their salaries, covering the full cohort of 13,500 nurses recruited nationwide.
The Ministry assured stakeholders that all outstanding administrative matters related to the recruitment process will be addressed.
In addition, the Ministry commended newly posted medical officers who have reported to their designated duty stations.
Medical officers who have not yet reported are asked to do so by Friday, December 12, 2025. The extended deadline is intended to give all remaining officers sufficient time to report and support equitable distribution of the health workforce across the country.
The Ministry emphasised that the postings are not punitive but are essential for achieving fair and balanced deployment of health professionals. Families and relatives of newly posted officers are encouraged to support them as they settle into their assignments, particularly in underserved areas.
In a statement signed by Tony Goodman, Head of Health Training Institutions and spokesperson for the Ministry, on December 3, 2025, the Ministry reiterated its commitment to providing incentives, in line with its Human Resource Posting Guidelines, to attract and retain medical officers in rural and underserved areas.
Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) are also called upon to assist by offering accommodations, transport support, and other basic amenities.
The Ministry further clarified that no changes will be made to the recent postings and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Ghana’s health workforce and ensuring equitable delivery of quality healthcare services nationwide.
