Several Ghanaian celebrities have expressed shock and disappointment after a video surfaced showing babies in incubators struggling during a power outage at Tema General Hospital.
The nurse who filmed the incident detailed how the power cut put the lives of the babies at risk.
I don’t even know what to type. Our Leaders are WICKED. @NAkufoAddo how do you sleep at night? 8 years of lies. #DUMSORMUSTSTOP pic.twitter.com/SjyhocLe0g
— 𝓨𝓿𝓸𝓷𝓷𝓮 𝓝𝓮𝓵𝓼𝓸𝓷 (@yvonnenelsongh) March 27, 2024
Although the hospital stated that no lives were lost due to the power outage, celebrities like rapper Sarkodie and actress Yvonne Nelson are calling for better leadership and accountability.
Sarkodie highlighted the issue of misplaced priorities, while Yvonne Nelson criticized the country’s leaders for their lack of action.
This is even tough to watch. I hope they are all safe ❤️🙏🏿 https://t.co/V9pSAwcYxz
— Bee (@Bridget_Otoo) March 27, 2024
Musician Keche also raised concerns about the hospital’s lack of a functioning generator, emphasizing the risks it poses not only to the babies but also to other patients receiving medical treatment.
man, this country 🤦🏿🤦🏿 https://t.co/UiqfzwLtbp
— Kwadwo Sheldon (@kwadwosheldon) March 27, 2024
Media personality Bridget Otoo expressed her sympathy for the babies and hoped for their safety, while former Asante Kotoko Coach Isaac Opeele Boateng shed tears watching the video and criticized the authorities for their negligence.
Why doesn’t the Tema General hospital have a plant?
— Serwaa Amihere (@Serwaa_Amihere) March 27, 2024
The incident has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many questioning the hospital’s preparedness and the government’s response to ensure the safety of patients in healthcare facilities.
