Ghanaian Nurse Abroad Criticises Ridge Nurse Over False Injury Claim, Calls for Professional Reforms
- A Ghanaian nurse based abroad has addressed her colleagues, stressing that public trust in nurses has declined after recent controversies
- She cited the Ridge Hospital nurse’s alleged false injury claim, saying such dishonesty abroad could lead to revocation of licences
- The nurse urged colleagues to embrace criticism constructively and called for reforms to restore confidence in Ghana’s nursing sector
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An overseas-based Ghanaian nurse has weighed in on the controversy involving the Ridge Hospital nurse, Rejoice Tsotsoo Bortei, and social media personality, Ralph St Williams.
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In a video spotted on social media, an unnamed Ghanaian nurse based abroad decided to address her colleagues in the same profession with a mix of concern and candour.
The young lady spoke about the critical issue of public perception and trust in Ghanaian nurses compared to professional doctors.
Her statement comes in light of the controversial Rejoice Tsotsoo Bortei, who filed a monetary-value lawsuit against activist Ralph Saint Williams.
According to her, he had physically assaulted and defamed her by calling her a liar. Because of this, the Ridge Hospital nurse went on to sue him for GH¢7 million in total.
She had sought GH¢5 million in damages for battery and GH¢2 million for defamation. In addition, Rejoice sought a full public apology and retraction from St Williams.
Ghanaian nurse weighs in on Ridge scandal
In response to this, the nurse based abroad explained that the reason many Ghanaians do not respect nurses is that they may have lost trust in nurses' capabilities. She said, as such, trust should be restored if anything is to return to normal.
She also referred to the claim of the nurse complaining about fractures in her wrist and a dislocation in her shoulder joint. However, according to the medical assessment, there was no evidence of injuries on her body as she had claimed.
The Ghanaian nurse weighed in, drawing comparison to international standards where such actions, she asserted, could lead to professional penalties, including license revocation. The nurse's critique extends beyond individual actions to systemic failures.
She called for a re-evaluation of how nurses respond to public complaints, suggesting that instead of defensiveness, the profession should embrace criticism as a catalyst for improvement.
The video of the overseas-based nurse speaking about the Ralph St Williams matter is below.
Ghanaians react to abroad-based nurse’s Ridge comment
YEN.com.gh has collected reactions below from Ghanaians who watched the video on X (formerly Twitter).
@Lechiboroni commented:
"See this Atasaa too. 🙄😒 Since you’re a healthcare worker I hope you find yourself in a similar case scenario."
@Xcedis1 said:
"She is a true citizen, speaking truth to power."
@Is_me02 wrote:
"I hope the nurses in Ghana here are watching this particular."
@nanaqwamejnr1 commented:
"You no go understand until reality hits you."
@rutbens commented:
"This is a person who knows the truth and is ready to spill not those who don’t want to tell it."
@Trimud32 said:
"Why did she run away. The system chased her and she wants to lecture anyone?"
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Ralph St Williams threatens to lead demonstration
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that Ralph St Williams has called for action against Ridge Hospital after a committee presented its findings on the alleged assault case.
In a video, the controversial social activist issued an ultimatum to the authorities and threatened to take action over justice, triggering mixed reactions on social media.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
