The Government of Ghana has expressed its readiness to continue negotiations with the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) over their Conditions of Service, but has emphasised that any agreement must align with the 2025 national budget.

Speaking at a press conference held at the Jubilee House, Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, acknowledged the legitimate concerns of the striking health workers.

However, he noted that the current demands by the Association are not reflected in the 2025 fiscal plan.

“The government understands the grievances of our nurses and midwives, but we must also be cautious not to repeat the economic challenges of the past by making unbudgeted financial commitments,” the Minister said.

He assured the public that the government remains committed to sustained dialogue with the GRNMA to find a mutually agreeable resolution that safeguards both public health delivery and national economic stability.

In response to the ongoing strike, the Ministry of Health has announced interim measures to support affected patients.

Minister Akandoh revealed that a list of alternative health facilities will be published shortly to help patients access care in areas most affected by the shortage of nurses and midwives.

He also appealed to retired health professionals to temporarily volunteer their services during this critical period.

Meanwhile, Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Ampem Nyarko echoed the Health Minister’s sentiments, cautioning that the nurses’ demands—if granted in their current form—would derail the national budget.

He urged the striking professionals to return to the negotiation table for further discussions.