NPP's Awal Mohammed Criticizes Free Primary Healthcare Policy
NPP communicator Awal Mohammed questions the funding and implementation of the government's newly launched Free Primary Healthcare policy.
April 17, 2026
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Source: ghanaweb.com
A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communications team, Awal Mohammed, has publicly criticized the government's launch of the Free Primary Healthcare policy. Speaking on Metro TV's 'Good Morning Ghana' program, Mohammed questioned the policy's funding sources and practical implementation plan.
The Free Primary Healthcare policy, launched by the government, aims to provide essential health services at no cost at the primary care level. Mohammed contrasted this initiative with the previous NPP administration's 'Agenda 111' hospital project, suggesting the new policy lacks a clear financial framework.
As of April 2026, the government has defended the policy, stating it is a key pillar of its health strategy. However, opposition figures like Mohammed continue to raise concerns about its sustainability and the potential strain on existing health infrastructure, calling for more detailed public disclosures on its funding.
β Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ghana's Free Primary Healthcare policy?
It is a government policy launched to provide essential health services at no cost at the primary care level, such as in health centers and clinics.
What was the NPP's 'Agenda 111' project?
Agenda 111 was an initiative by the previous NPP administration to construct 111 new district and specialized hospitals across Ghana to improve healthcare access.
What are the main criticisms of the Free Primary Healthcare policy?
Critics, including NPP members, question the policy's funding sources, implementation plan, and long-term sustainability, arguing it lacks the detailed framework of previous projects like Agenda 111.
