Euroget De-Invest S.A., the contractor responsible for the construction of the 250-bed Ashanti Regional Hospital in Sewua, as part of Ghana Public Hospital Projects by the government has labeled the commissioning of the hospital by President Nana Akufo-Addo as ‘illegal’ and a ‘breach of contract’.
According to a press release issued by Euroget De-Invest, the hospital remains incomplete with critical tasks outstanding, including the completion of the hospital’s power stations and installation of major medical equipment. The company emphasized that no permission was given to enter the site for the commissioning ceremony, as the hospital has not yet been handed over, which they claim is a violation of the terms agreed upon in their contract. This incident has sparked significant public and media interest, highlighting issues of governance and contractual integrity in public projects.
Press Release: Euroget De-Invest S.A Sewua Hospital Commissioning
Sewua Hospital is incomplete, commissioning by President Akufo-Addo is ‘illegal’ and ‘breaches contract’ – Eurojet
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The commissioning event, which took place despite these ongoing disputes, has raised questions about the prioritization of political optics over the actual readiness and functionality of public infrastructure. Euroget De-Invest S.A. has stated their commitment to completing the hospital to the highest standards but has also expressed their readiness to seek legal recourse for any breaches of contract.
This action by the President has been criticized as undermining public trust and the contractual relationships necessary for effective governance and project execution. The controversy surrounding the Sewua Hospital’s commissioning adds to the broader critique of President Akufo-Addo’s leadership, particularly in his final term, where public opinion is divided between those who see his actions as decisive and others who view them as failures in meeting project completion expectations.
