Nurse allegedly assaulted at Tema Polyclinic after enforcing visiting hours [Video]

A nurse at the Tema Community 22 Polyclinic is alleged to have been physically attacked by a patient's relative on Thursday, June 4, 2026, after asking the individual to leave the ward at the end of visiting hours.

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According to available information, the nurse approached the visitor during routine enforcement of the facility's visiting regulations and requested that they vacate the ward. The situation reportedly escalated, culminating in an alleged physical assault on the healthcare worker.

It remains unclear what triggered the confrontation, and it is not yet known whether any arrests have been made in connection with the incident.

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The alleged attack has reignited concerns about the safety of frontline healthcare workers in Ghana, who routinely navigate difficult working environments while delivering patient care.

Authorities have not yet issued an official statement on the matter. GhNewsMedia will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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