Accra, Ghana – A shocking revelation has emerged from an Investigative Committee’s report released on Wednesday on Ralph at Ridge hospital & Nurse assault update, no Dislocation evidence, but a nurse explains why that is so.
On August 27, 2025, regarding a high-profile incident at Ridge Hospital. The committee found that a nurse, initially reported to have suffered fractures and dislocations following an alleged altercation with activist Ralph Williams on August 18, 2025, sustained no such injuries.
VIDEO: Story of Ralph at Ridge hospital & Nurse Assault Update, No Dislocation Evidence, Nurse Explains Why
The report, based on a thorough review of medical records and witness statements, has turned the narrative on its head, shifting public attention from the activist’s actions to the nurse’s credibility. The incident, which involved Williams storming the hospital’s emergency ward with a group of youths over perceived delays in treating accident victims, had already ignited widespread debate across Ghana.
The findings have fueled outrage among some social media users, with calls for the nurse’s professional license to be revoked and even demands for jail time. Local commentators suggest that the nurse, identified as a rotational nurse on national service, may have faced undue pressure from senior staff or the hospital environment, a common challenge for young healthcare workers in Ghana. These rotational nurses, often unpaid during their mandatory one-year clinical rotation, are tasked with critical duties under stressful conditions. Experts argue that this systemic issue could have contributed to the nurse’s decision to exaggerate her injuries, a claim that has yet to be officially confirmed but has gained traction online.
Adding to the complexity, political and healthcare leaders have weighed in on the matter. Nii Lante Vanderpuye, a prominent figure, criticized the nurse for escalating the situation by reporting it directly to the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association instead of following hospital protocol. This move, he suggested, may have amplified the controversy, highlighting gaps in Ghana’s healthcare reporting systems. Meanwhile, the Health Ministry has condemned the initial assault allegations and is working to enhance security at Ridge Hospital, including the addition of 24/7 police presence and improved CCTV coverage, as recommended by the committee.
As legal proceedings continue and the police investigate further, the incident has sparked a broader conversation about accountability, support for healthcare workers, and the pressures faced by rotational nurses. With Ralph Williams reportedly returning to the hospital on Thursday evening, August 28, 2025, tensions remain high. The public awaits further developments, while healthcare advocates call for systemic reforms to prevent similar incidents, ensuring both patient care and staff well-being are prioritized in Ghana’s medical facilities.
