The opposition lawmaker contends resources should instead complete existing hospital projects under the previous administration’s Agenda 111 program.

According to the MP’s verified Facebook statement, over 100 district hospitals remain partially constructed despite some reaching 70% completion. Osei Nyarko argued these facilities would better serve as primary healthcare centers capable of handling major medical conditions at district levels. “Where will CHPS facilities refer major cases?” his post questioned, suggesting village-level compounds cannot replace comprehensive hospitals.

Minister for Government Communication Felix Kwakye Ofosu previously confirmed the CHPS initiative to media, indicating districts received directives to build two compounds each in 2025. This would yield nearly 600 new facilities this year alone, with plans for 2,000+ within four years. Kwakye Ofosu emphasized the strategy aims to decentralize healthcare for underserved communities.

The MP’s statement described project abandonment as politically motivated, asserting: “We must criminalize successive governments abandoning ongoing projects to start new ones.” His remarks reference the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government’s shift from the New Patriotic Party (NPP)-initiated Agenda 111 hospitals.

Medical authorities note CHPS compounds provide basic maternal care and preventive services in rural areas, while district hospitals handle advanced treatments. The policy debate emerges amid President John Mahama’s healthcare accessibility pledges following his 2024 election victory.