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The General Secretary of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), Dr. Richard Selormey, has lauded the Executive Chairman of the Tobinco Group of Companies, Elder Dr. Samuel Amo Tobbin, for his significant investment in Ghana’s health sector.
Speaking to journalists at the inauguration of three new schools — Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing — as well as a Dental Hospital under the Entrance University of Health Sciences, Dr. Selormey described the initiative as a groundbreaking achievement for the country’s private sector.
“This is the first time a private sector player has established schools of medicine, dentistry, and nursing to complement an existing School of Pharmacy. This is no small feat. We must commend Elder Dr. Samuel Amo Tobbin for this bold and visionary investment,” Dr. Selormey stated.
The inauguration ceremony, which took place on Friday, 11th July 2025, was graced by the Vice President of the Republic, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang. The event drew stakeholders from across the health and education sectors in Africa, who praised the Tobinco Group for its commitment to national development.
Dr. Selormey emphasized the urgent need for expanded capacity in Ghana’s health training institutions. He noted that each year, thousands of qualified Ghanaian students are unable to secure admission into health programs due to limited space, forcing many to pursue their education abroad — with some never returning.
“With this new facility, more aspiring doctors, dentists, pharmacists, and nurses can now train right here in Ghana. This is especially important because healthcare conditions and diseases in Ghana differ from those in other countries. Training locally ensures that graduates are better equipped to handle our specific health challenges,” he said.
The GMA General Secretary also encouraged Ghanaian youth to consider local institutions such as the Entrance University of Health Sciences before seeking opportunities overseas, stating that students trained locally receive both relevant education and cultural acclimatization critical for effective service delivery.
He further called on other corporate institutions and private stakeholders to emulate the example of the Tobinco Group by supporting government efforts in health and education.
“Private sector involvement should go beyond training institutions. There’s a need for investment in emergency care systems — including cath labs, ambulance services, and evacuation infrastructure — because these services benefit the entire population,” Dr. Selormey concluded.
Elder Dr. Tobbin’s latest contribution adds to a growing list of private sector interventions aimed at strengthening Ghana’s health system. His efforts reflect a broader call for collaborative partnerships between government and private players to address the nation’s healthcare needs.
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