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In an interview withPulse.com.ghone of the affected staff members, who chose to remain anonymous, revealed that they had informed their Christian colleagues about their intention to observe Eid on April 10, having previously accommodated Christian staff during Christmas, New Year, and Easter celebrations.
Even for annual leave, I have been refused leave for 19 years with the excuse that private hospitals don't give leave so If I take leave, I don't receive salary for that period.
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Patrick Hospital in Kpando, has come under scrutiny after a letter surfaced, indicating the suspension of Muslim staff for observing Eid festivities without prior permission.
The anonymous staff member highlighted issues such as low salaries, lack of annual leave, and unpaid contributions to the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SNNIT), despite years of service.
The letter, signed by the Administrator, Victor Ahedor, sanctioned several staff members with a two-week suspension without pay for leaving the Outpatient Department (OPD) vacant on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.
"The Christian staff who were around me were also very unhappy about the letter served, especially for someone like me who has worked there for 19 years and is still being paid only 450gh..
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