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Ghana's Dr David Abdulai aka the Mad Doctor

The 'mad doctor' acquired his nickname because of his work with psychiatric patients

Dr David Abdulai, the 'mad doctor of Tamale' acquired his nickname because of his work with psychiatric patients.

He has been honoured with a Grand Medal national award by President Rawlings in recognition of his work with the destitute people of Tamale, Northern Ghana.

Ofeibea Quist-Arcton meets Dr Abdulai.

Produced by David Stead and Ruth Evans.

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28 minutes

麻豆社 World Service Archive

This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project