Entertainment analyst Baaba Cann has criticised government’s development priorities, arguing that more resources should be directed towards improving healthcare infrastructure instead of spending on projects she considers less urgent.
Her comments followed allegations by musician Mzbel that her elder sister died after failing to secure a hospital bed at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, a situation that has reignited public discussions about Ghana’s healthcare challenges, including the persistent “no bed syndrome.”
Speaking on the issue, Baaba Cann said the shortage of hospital beds and inadequate resources at major health facilities require urgent government attention, arguing that investment in healthcare would have a more direct impact on citizens’ lives.
She cited the decision to rename Kotoka International Airport as an example of what she described as misplaced priorities, insisting that state resources should first address critical needs such as equipping hospitals.
“I remember when it was announced that the country’s airport will be renamed. I sat on the United Show saying it was a waste of money. One of the reasons I said that was the fact that our hospitals need beds,” she said.
According to her, the recurring challenges facing major hospitals demonstrate the need for a comprehensive upgrade of medical facilities, including increased bed capacity and improved equipment.
Baaba Cann also warned that the issue of inadequate healthcare infrastructure affects everyone, regardless of social status or public profile.
She noted that although many influential personalities may avoid speaking publicly about healthcare challenges, the reality is that anyone could require access to quality medical care at any point.
“This issue of no bed syndrome is not for some people; we will all have our share,” she stated.
The entertainment pundit further called for greater accountability within hospital management systems, alleging that administrative decisions sometimes contribute to delays in patients accessing available resources.
She urged authorities to ensure that public funds are directed towards projects that provide immediate benefits to citizens.
Baaba Cann maintained that improving hospitals, expanding medical capacity and ensuring timely access to treatment should remain among government’s top priorities as Ghana works to strengthen its healthcare system.
