Employees at Phebe Hospital in Liberia have temporarily halted their plans to shut down the facility while demanding immediate attention to systemic issues affecting patient safety and staff welfare. This decision follows a resolution submitted on January 13, 2026, which called for the removal or transfer of three senior administrators, who are accused of poor governance, intimidation, and financial mismanagement.

The hospital's staff has voiced serious concerns over the leadership of Medical Director Dr. Minnie S. Risk, Acting Administrator Jonathan L. Pewu, and Acting Human Resource Officer Peter B. Gbelawoe. Despite the allegations of bad governance practices and unfair labor policies, the administrators have yet to respond publicly to these serious claims, raising tension among the staff. This situation at Phebe Hospital highlights the ongoing challenges faced by healthcare facilities in Liberia, particularly concerning leadership accountability and the implications for patient care.

As the ultimatum approaches, the pressure will be on hospital administrators and government officials to respond adequately to the grievances raised by the workforce. Failing to act could lead to a complete shutdown of a major healthcare provider, which would exacerbate the already critical issues in Liberia's healthcare system. The implications for patient safety and the morale of healthcare workers hang in the balance as the situation unfolds.