The affected facilities include the Suhum Government Hospital Mortuary, Asamankese Government Hospital Mortuary, Great Consolidated Diamond Hospital Mortuary, and Adom Funeral Home.

According to MoFFA, these facilities fell short of the association’s operational standards and regulatory requirements.

In an interview with Adom News, Mr. Ennin explained that the closure is part of broader efforts to ensure that mortuaries and funeral homes operate in safe and hygienic conditions. He stressed that the move is not intended to collapse businesses but to safeguard public health.

Key issues identified during the inspections included bodies being stored on the floor, poor sanitary conditions, lack of personal protective equipment (PPEs), absence of standby generators, and the failure of some facilities to register with MoFFA.

The affected facilities have been given a two-week ultimatum to discharge all bodies and take corrective measures to address the deficiencies noted.

Mr. Ennin warned that facilities that fail to comply will face legal action and risk a total shutdown.

MoFFA assured the public of its commitment to supporting these facilities to meet the required standards, adding that the closure is a necessary measure to protect public health.

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Speaking at the official launch of the nationwide distribution of sanitary pads to over two million girls on Thursday, April 24, President Mahama conveyed warm regards from the Vice President, who was notably absent from the event.

“I wish to extend the greetings of Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang to all of you. I spoke to her yesterday and told her we were going to miss her at this event because this is a programme that is very dear to her.

“She said I should say hello to all of you and let you know she is recuperating and catching a bit of rest. She is very well, and soon she will join us to continue to prosecute the reset agenda.”

Prof Opoku-Agyemang was reported to have suffered a sudden illness on Friday, March 28, 2025, and subsequently sought medical attention at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) the following day.

In a statement released on Sunday, March 30, the Office of the President confirmed that she had received treatment and was in stable condition.

Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications, noted in the statement that medical experts advised the Vice President to seek further treatment abroad as a precautionary measure to support her full recovery.

Following medical advice, Prof Opoku-Agyemang commenced a three-week medical leave on April 7, 2025, prioritising her health and well-being.

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