In a strategic effort to strengthen emergency response in the South Tongu Municipality, the National Ambulance Service (NAS), in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and the Impact World Health & Humanitarian Foundation, successfully conducted a dual-track medical screening and emergency training exercise at Adutor in the Volta Region on April 13, 2026.
The initiative targeted taxi and okada (motorcycle) operators—key actors often first at the scene of road traffic accidents—equipping them with essential lifesaving skills to serve as community first responders.
A total of 41 participants (19 taxi drivers and 22 okada operators) underwent intensive training facilitated by an 8-member NAS team from the South Tongu and Kpando stations. The training covered:
* Trauma Assessment – systematic evaluation of injured patients
* Log Roll Techniques – safe patient handling to prevent spinal injuries
* Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – hands-on lifesaving techniques
* Bleeding Control – managing hemorrhage and recognizing early signs of stroke
While the training was underway, the Ghana Health Service conducted a simultaneous medical screening for the wider Adutor community, ensuring broader health impact.
The exercise concluded on a note of strong collaboration, with Team Leader DCAEMT Matthias B. Akorli expressing appreciation to NAS leadership and partners for empowering the community through this initiative.
With 41 trained transport operators now equipped with critical emergency response skills, the South Tongu Municipality is significantly better positioned to respond to medical emergencies and save lives.
