Kwabena Frimpong, Deputy Protocol Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called on President John Dramani Mahama to honour his campaign pledge of ensuring the posting of trained health professionals across the country.

He made this passionate appeal during his keynote address at the 2025 FG-MELSA Handover Retreat, held at the Ministry of Health Conference Room, in Kumasi on Saturday, July 5.

The handing-over ceremony, which brought together both outgoing and incoming leaders of FG-MELSA, was held under the theme: “Transitioning with Purpose: Building on Success, Empowering New Leadership for Excellence & Ensuring Continuity & Progress.”

The event aimed at grooming the next generation of student health professionals for impactful leadership and facilitating a smooth leadership transition.

In his address, Mr. Frimpong underscored the importance of continuity and purposeful leadership in advancing national development.

“Leadership is not just about occupying positions; it is about service. It is about vision, discipline, empathy, and resilience,” he stated.

Drawing from his journey as a former student leader now serving in national politics, he urged young professionals to remain focused, committed, and grounded in strong values.

Touching on critical challenges within the health sector, Mr. Frimpong appealed directly to President Mahama, urging him to fulfil his campaign promise by ensuring automatic postings for trained nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, and other healthcare workers.

“This commitment is not merely a political obligation but a necessary step toward restoring trust, hope, and opportunity within the health sector,” Mr. Frimpong stated.

He expressed deep concern over the significant backlog of trained health professionals who remain unemployed despite being qualified and ready to serve the nation.

Citing precedent, Mr. Frimpong highlighted the achievements of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, under whose leadership the backlog of health professionals trained between 2012 and 2016—during President Mahama’s previous tenure—were successfully posted.

He challenged President Mahama to emulate that effort to reduce unemployment and strengthen healthcare delivery.

“By prioritising the posting of these skilled graduates, he will not only reduce the growing rate of unemployment but also unlock the vast potential of professionals eager to contribute meaningfully to national development,” he emphasised.

He  extended his best wishes to the new leadership of FG-MELSA.

“God bless FG-MELSA. God bless our youth. And God bless Ghana,” he declared.

The event was characterised by a strong sense of unity, reflection, and renewed purpose, as participants committed to advancing student leadership and transforming the healthcare sector in Ghana.

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