Focus on Saving Lives, Not Politicising My Sister’s Death:Mzbel

Ghanaian musician Mzbel has appealed for compassion following the death of her sister, condemning attempts to politicise the family’s tragedy and shift attention away from concerns about Ghana’s healthcare system.

In a statement shared on her social media platforms on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, the singer expressed disappointment that her loss had become the subject of political and religious debate instead of sparking meaningful conversations about emergency healthcare.

According to Mzbel, grief is a universal experience that should unite people rather than divide them.

“Some people have chosen to turn my sister’s death into a political argument or a debate about my personal beliefs. The truth is simple: grief knows no political party, religion, or spiritual path. Losing a loved one is painful for every family,” she wrote.

The musician explained that she spoke publicly about the circumstances surrounding her sister’s death because she believes no family should be denied urgent medical care during an emergency.

She stressed that her intention was to draw attention to what she described as challenges within Ghana’s emergency healthcare system, not to promote any political agenda.

“I spoke out because no one deserves to be left without the care they need. I hope that this tragedy leads to change, not division. I will continue to mourn my sister with love and pursue this matter with dignity. May we all choose compassion over mockery,” she added.

Mzbel’s remarks follow the emotional announcement of the death of her 46-year-old sister, Laila. In a tearful video shared online, the 16 Years singer alleged that her sister was taken to the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in critical condition but could not be admitted immediately because there were no available beds.

She claimed the delay in accessing emergency treatment contributed to her sister’s death, reigniting national discussions about Ghana’s long-standing “No Bed Syndrome” and the challenges confronting the country’s healthcare sector.

In response to the allegations, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital extended its condolences to Mzbel and her family and announced an internal investigation into the claims. Hospital management said it had reached out to the musician and her relatives to obtain further details that would help establish the facts surrounding the incident.

Mzbel has welcomed the hospital’s decision to investigate but insists her objective remains the same—to ensure that no family experiences a similar ordeal when seeking emergency medical care.