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Kumasi, Ghana – February 27, 2025 – The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) community is in deep mourning following the tragic death of a student on campus. In a somber announcement, the University Management confirmed the passing of Miss Joana Deladem Yabani, a fourth-year Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences student. At approximately 5:00 a.m. today, KNUST Security Services discovered her lifeless body near the KNUST Disability and Rehabilitation Centre. She was immediately transported to the University Health Services, where her death was confirmed. The University has extended its deepest condolences to Miss Yabani's family, whom they have officially informed of the devastating news. A Comprehensive Investigation Launched To determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident, KNUST has launched a thorough investigation in collaboration with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), KNUST Internal Security, and the University Health Ser...

Unposted Environmental Health Officers and Assistants of Ghana Demand Immediate Posting, We are Set to Picket if Ignored

 




Press Release


Date: 21st August 2024


For Immediate Release


Accra, Ghana —




We  the Unposted Environmental Health Officers and Assistants Association of Ghana expresses our profound disappointment and frustration over the continuous neglect by the government in posting all qualified Environmental Health Officers and Assistants since 2021 till date which consists of four batches ( 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 respectively) with over two thousand graduates now.


We have observed with dismay the recent clearance and posting of teachers and nurses. While we commend these initiatives, we cannot overlook the glaring omission of postings for Environmental Health Officers and Assistants, who play a crucial role in safeguarding the nation's public health.


Despite numerous assurances and promises from the government, our members remain unemployed, leading to growing environmental health challenges that require immediate attention. The neglect towards our profession has resulted in increased environmental degradation, poor sanitation, and escalating public health hazards.




This disparity and neglect are unacceptable. Therefore, we call on the government to give us clearance and employ all qualified Environmental Health Officers and Assistants immediately. We are issuing a two-week ultimatum for the government to act, or we will be compelled to picket at the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, Ministry of Water and Sanitation, and Ministry of Finance.


Our commitment to improving the nation's environmental health is unwavering, and we stand united in our demand for immediate action. We urge the government to recognize the critical importance of our profession and to ensure that we are utilized effectively to protect public health.




For more information and updates, please contact:0240382294

Awine Fred Atinga 

 

Signed by the General Secretary of Unposted Environmental Health Officers and Assistantscof Ghana  

[Contact.0240382294]




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