The Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH) has strongly condemned the recent assault of pharmacy personnel and a client at e-PRIDE CHEMIST within Burma Camp, Accra.
The incident, captured on CCTV and widely circulated on social media, reportedly involved Warrant Officer Class One (WO1) Mensah Williams, a non-uniformed officer of the Ghana Armed Forces.
In a statement released on Thursday October 30, the PSGH said it visited e-PRIDE CHEMIST to verify the reports and assured the affected pharmacy staff of its full support. The Society described the attack as “barbaric, reprehensible, and utterly unacceptable,” emphasising that such violence violates the human rights and dignity of the victims and undermines public trust in healthcare spaces.
“Community pharmacy personnel are front-line healthcare providers who serve the public diligently, even under difficult circumstances. An attack on pharmacy personnel is therefore an attack on public health and on the safety of every Ghanaian,” the statement noted.
The PSGH expressed empathy and solidarity with the victims, pledging to provide both psychological and professional support. The Society has called on the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Armed Forces to ensure that justice is served swiftly and transparently.
The statement also acknowledged the prompt intervention and arrest of the suspect by the Ghana Armed Forces, noting that this action reflects the institution’s commitment to discipline and professionalism. The Society urged a thorough investigation, prosecution, and appropriate disciplinary measures to reinforce public confidence in the Armed Forces’ zero-tolerance stance on such misconduct.
PSGH President Pharm. Paul Owusu Donkor, PhD, reaffirmed the Society’s commitment to safeguarding the safety, dignity, and professional integrity of pharmacy professionals nationwide, while urging stakeholders to ensure healthcare spaces remain zones of respect, safety, and service to humanity.
