Prominent media figure Nana Aba Anamoah has openly endorsed Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s recent commitment to offer free dialysis treatment through the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
Dr. Bawumia, the presidential candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), revealed that starting December 1, 2024, the NHIS will finance dialysis expenses, a measure intended to ease the financial strain on kidney patients nationwide.
In response to this announcement, Nana Aba expressed her excitement on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, stating:
I’m beyond excited that from December 1, dialysis treatment in Ghana will be free under NHIS! Gosh! This is a huge relief for patients who’ve struggled with costs for so long. Thank you! Thank you @MBawumia for making this essential care accessible to all.
Her recent post has sparked an animated debate across social media platforms. Numerous advocates of the policy have lauded her for championing accessible healthcare, appreciating her recognition of the financial difficulties encountered by dialysis patients.
They regard her support as a significant contribution to an initiative that could alleviate the burdens faced by many Ghanaians dealing with exorbitant treatment expenses.
Conversely, not all feedback has been favorable. Some detractors have accused Nana Aba of aligning herself with the NPP for political gain, implying that her commendation may reflect a partisan inclination.
Despite the polarized opinions, her remarks have drawn further attention to the critical issue of healthcare accessibility in the nation.
