The National Ambulance Service has strongly refuted claims that its Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are poorly trained, following comments made by Agyeman-Badu Akosa.
Prof. Akosa, who chairs the committee established by Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh to investigate the death of 29-year-old Charles Amissah, reportedly suggested during an interview on The Point of View on Channel One TV that inadequate EMT training may have contributed to the incident.
In a statement issued on Friday, May 22, 2026, the National Ambulance Service described the remarks as unfortunate and potentially damaging to public confidence in the institution, which it said has served Ghana professionally for more than two decades.
The Service acknowledged the work of the investigative committee but stated that it firmly rejects the assertion regarding the competence of its EMTs.
According to management, EMTs are professionally trained through structured programmes supervised by qualified medical doctors, emergency physicians, paramedics, nurse specialists, and other experienced healthcare professionals.
The statement further explained that personnel undergo extensive theoretical and practical training and are certified to operate within approved professional standards.
The Service also highlighted its nationwide emergency response record, noting that it has handled thousands of medical emergencies, road accidents, disasters, and patient transfers across the country over the years.
Management added that efforts to improve emergency healthcare delivery remain ongoing through continuous professional training and institutional reforms.
The National Ambulance Service maintained that its EMTs are well-trained professionals whose work continues to save lives daily and deserves recognition rather than broad criticism.