The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has ordered a full audit of all health facilities in the Oti Region to improve service delivery and keep patients safe.
The directive, which was posted on Facebook by the ministry on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, instructs the Technical Advisor to the Ministry of Health, Dr. Korku Awoonor, to form a technical working group tasked with evaluating the structural integrity, operational capacity, and overall efficiency of health facilities in the region.
This order was issued during a two-day management retreat of the Ministry of Health and is part of the government’s broader strategy to enhance oversight of health infrastructure, ensuring that public health facilities nationwide adhere to established safety, quality, and performance standards.
In addition to the audit, the Health Minister has also called for the implementation of 24-hour cleaning services in all public hospitals nationwide to enhance hygiene and improve the patient experience.
The ministry stated that this intervention aims to bolster infection prevention and control measures while creating safer, more patient-friendly healthcare environments.
According to the ministry, these combined measures demonstrate its commitment to elevating standards across the health sector through proactive supervision, enhanced facility management, and ongoing investment in quality healthcare delivery.
