The National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) office in Dormaa East District was on Wednesday shut down by a group of individuals believed to be supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), following tensions over a local appointment.
The facility was reportedly locked and marked with a red bandana, bringing operations to a halt and disrupting access to services for residents.
Speaking to Adom News’ Dormaa-Ahenkro-based affiliate, Gift FM, the NDC Constituency Vice Chairman, Richard Kwasi Asamoah, confirmed the incident and linked it to disagreements over the nomination of a District Manager for the NHIS.
He explained that constituency executives had been asked to propose a candidate for the role, with the Constituency Organizer, Tweneboah Enock, initially put forward and taken through the necessary processes for consideration.
However, the situation reportedly escalated after it emerged that another individual, Awuah Joshua, had been selected instead.
According to him, the development did not sit well with some party youth, who subsequently locked the office in protest.
Mr. Asamoah further alleged that the Member of Parliament, Racheal Owusuaa, influenced the change in nomination, citing concerns about working relations with the initially proposed candidate. He noted that the matter has since been referred to higher party authorities for intervention.
He also suggested that the situation reflects a broader pattern, referencing earlier disputes over appointments, including that of the District Director of NADMO, which he said had similarly generated tension among local party executives.
While condemning the closure of the NHIS office, Mr. Asamoah called for calm and urged party supporters to pursue dialogue instead of confrontation. He warned that unresolved internal disputes could affect party cohesion and commitment ahead of future elections.
He further appealed to regional executives to act swiftly to address such issues, stressing the need for transparency and engagement in decision-making processes.
Despite confirming that some individuals affiliated with the party were involved, he said it remains unclear who led the action. He urged the youth to remain restrained and work towards unity.
The incident has raised concerns about access to healthcare services in the district as efforts continue to restore normal operations.
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