The 2022 cohort of Doctors of Pharmacy (PharmD) is initiating legal action against the government over a year-long delay in their salary payments.
The group, comprising 320 professionals, has formally notified the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice about the issue.
At a media briefing, Dr Jeremy Owusu Afrifa, the leader of the PharmDs, emphasized the critical nature of their roles in patient care and the severe impact of the financial delay on their well-being.
“This is not only a financial issue but a matter of human dignity,” Afrifa said.
“We are young professionals committed to the health of our communities, yet we are struggling to maintain our well-being.
The emotional and psychological toll of this prolonged uncertainty is immense. We entered this profession with dedication, only to face neglect by the system we serve.”
Despite numerous engagements with relevant authorities over the past year, the PharmDs have yet to receive financial clearance for their salaries, a situation they say has caused significant hardship.
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia acknowledged the issue during a Sunday media encounter and promised to investigate. “I was unaware of this situation until now, but it is important and should be resolved,” Bawumia stated.
While expressing hope that the Vice President’s intervention will lead to a resolution, the PharmDs have indicated that they will proceed with legal action if the matter remains unresolved.
“We appreciate the Vice President’s commitment to address the issue. However, we have already informed the attorney general and have 23 days left before we file a lawsuit. We hope to resolve this impasse soon,” Afrifa added.
