A communication team member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Upper East Region, Isaac Ayemvoah, has expressed concern over the increasing refusal of newly posted doctors to report to their assigned duty stations, including facilities within the Upper East Region.
He made the remarks during an interview on A1 Radio, where he underscored the growing challenge facing healthcare delivery in the area. Mr. Ayemvoah noted that the region continues to struggle with inadequate medical personnel, a situation worsened by recent postings that many doctors have declined. He attributed the trend partly to misperceptions about the region and insufficient efforts to highlight its strengths, opportunities, and living conditions.
“Why don’t they want to come here? Is it that we’ve not been able to sell our region properly? Do they always hear that there is fighting in parts of the region and think the whole region is doomed? I think we should look at that one too. We shouldn’t just be blaming them for not coming.”
He stressed that unlike in the past, there are now more schools in the region—both public and private—good enough to meet the educational needs of professionals posted from other parts of the country.
“The problem used to be that when they come, they want good schools for their kids. We have good schools in the Upper East Region now. Very good schools. A number of them their kids can go to. So what is the problem now?”
Mr. Ayemvoah urged the relevant authorities to do more to promote the Upper East Region, arguing that a deliberate and well-coordinated campaign is needed to reshape public perception and encourage health professionals to accept postings. According to him, showcasing the region’s potential, improving its visibility, and addressing public misconceptions will help attract more doctors and other essential workers.
“We the people of the Upper East should begin selling our region very well,” he said.
Source: A1 Radio | 101.1Mhz | Gifty Eyram Kudiabor | Bolgatanga
