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Minority Yet to Decide on Vetting of Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie

The Minority in Parliament says it has not yet decided whether to participate in the vetting of Acting Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, amid ongoing controversy over the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin stated that his caucus is “keeping all options open” as it closely observes developments related to what he described as serious procedural breaches by the Justice Pwamang Committee, which recommended Justice Torkornoo’s removal. “To deal with the issue of the CJ’s removal, whether or not we are going to participate in any process — for us, all cards are on the table,” Afenyo-Markin said. He accused the committee of undermining due process and delivering what he called “a travesty of justice.” “What that committee has done — the purported recommendation — should prick their own conscience, all the committee members,” he […]

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Afenyo-Markin Slams Removal of Chief Justice Torkornoo

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has strongly criticized the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, calling the process flawed and politically motivated. Speaking to journalists in Akwatia during Tuesday’s by-election on September 2, Mr. Afenyo-Markin questioned the grounds for the dismissal, noting that the Article 146 Committee reportedly concluded findings on only one of the three charges leveled against her. “We are mourning democracy. You claim that you have charges against the Chief Justice — you are done with count one, you have counts two and three not concluded, and then you say you dismiss the person. That is the work of the Pwamang Committee? That is what Justice Pwamang did as a judge?” he asked. President John Dramani Mahama announced the Chief Justice’s removal on Monday, September 1, in a statement issued by the Minister of Government […]

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Afenyo-Markin reports to CID over #SavetheJudiciary protest scuffle

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has voluntarily reported to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service following an alleged altercation with a police officer during the recent #SaveTheJudiciary protest in Accra. The incident, captured in a viral video, shows Afenyo-Markin in a confrontation with a uniformed officer at the entrance of Parliament House. While initial reports suggested that the MP assaulted the officer, Afenyo-Markin has filed a counter-complaint, alleging that he was the victim of an unprovoked attack by the officer, identified as Constable Forson. According to Afenyo-Markin, he was struck forcefully in the chest, leaving him dazed and short of breath. The Ghana Police Service has confirmed that both complaints are under investigation and has assured the public of a thorough and impartial inquiry into the matter.

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Minority leader calls for end to political retaliation in Ghana

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on Ghana’s two dominant political parties—the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP)—to end the entrenched cycle of political retaliation, warning that it is undermining democratic stability and eroding public trust. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, May 2, 2025, the Effutu MP described the decades-long practice of political vengeance as a “vicious cycle” that yields no meaningful progress for the nation. “All we have as a country is our democracy,” he said. “Since 1992, we’ve witnessed cycles of retaliation in governance. But I believe the time has come for us to look beyond that and focus on legacies that safeguard our democratic future.” Mr Afenyo-Markin’s remarks come amid concerns over partisan interference in public institutions, including the judiciary and state-owned enterprises. He accused both […]

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Arrest Afenyo-Markin, NAPO, Dubik Mahama Over Missing ECG Containers – Gbande

Mustapha Gbande, the Deputy Director in charge of Operations at the Presidency, has called for the immediate arrest of three prominent figures linked to the disappearance of over 1,300 containers belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) at the Tema Port.In an interview on Citi FM's Eyewitness News on March 31, 2025, Gbande demanded that Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the former Board Chairman of ECG, Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the former Minister of Energy, and Samuel Dubik Mahama, the former CEO of ECG, be arrested for their involvement in the scandal.The containers, which contained critical electrical equipment for national power distribution, went missing under suspicious circumstances, sparking widespread concern. Investigations revealed procurement irregularities and questionable transactions within ECG, raising suspicions that some government officials and ECG executives were aware of the mishandling but failed to intervene.Gbande did not hold back, insisting that […]

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AG Slams Afenyo-Markin Over Allegations of Theft by Security Officers

Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has strongly criticized Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin for accusing National Security operatives of stealing personal belongings during a search at the residence of former Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison. Afenyo-Markin had claimed that items, including jewelry and money belonging to Addison's wife, were taken by the security personnel during the operation.At a press conference on March 24, 2025, Dr. Ayine dismissed these accusations as unfounded and disrespectful to law enforcement officers. He warned Afenyo-Markin to refrain from making such baseless claims, stating that if necessary, he would release a recording to defend the integrity of the investigation.Dr. Ayine also reassured the public that the National Security’s operations were carried out ethically and in the best interests of the nation, stressing that the government was committed to transparency and accountability […]

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Abuse of Parliamentary Immunity to Spread Lies Will Be Corrected – Deputy Attorney General

The Deputy Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Justice Srem-Sai, has strongly criticized the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, for making allegations regarding a raid by National Security operatives at the residence of former Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison. The controversial raid took place on March 19, 2025.During a press conference, Afenyo-Markin accused the National Security operatives of engaging in misconduct, including theft of cash and valuables belonging to Dr. Addison’s wife. In response, Justice Srem-Sai refuted these claims on Facebook, arguing that Afenyo-Markin misused his parliamentary immunity to spread misinformation.Justice Srem-Sai expressed concern that the Minority Leader’s comments had damaged the reputation of those involved in the raid and sparked unnecessary public discontent. He emphasized that parliamentary immunity should only be used to facilitate good faith debates, not to spread falsehoods that could undermine public trust.He further clarified […]

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Controversy Halts Vetting of Ministerial Nominees.

Ghana politics, vetting controversy, ministerial nominees, Parliamentary Appointments Committee, Kwame Governs Agbodza, minority-majority clash, Ghana parliament news, roads minister designate, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Bernard Ahiafo. 4o The vetting of ministerial nominees by Ghana’s Parliamentary Appointments Committee came to an unexpected halt due to disagreements between the minority and majority members. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin raised a constitutional concern regarding the absence of an executive secretary to oversee the process, sparking heated exchanges. Chairman Bernard Ahiafo suspended the session for five minutes to allow for internal discussions, though tensions remained high. As the proceedings resumed, Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, faced a two-hour delay in being vetted. The controversy highlights the ongoing friction in Ghana’s political landscape during the vetting process.

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Parliament Approves Vetting Committee for Mahama’s Ministerial Nominees.

Ghana’s Parliament has approved the composition of the Appointments Committee, tasked with vetting ministerial and key appointments for President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.The committee, chaired by First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor, will have Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah as Vice Chairperson. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, has been named Ranking Member, while Patricia Appiagyei will serve as Deputy Ranking Member.This critical committee is responsible for scrutinizing and recommending to Parliament the approval or rejection of individuals nominated by the President for significant roles, including Ministers of State and their deputies.Addressing Parliament on January 8, 2025, Majority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson emphasized the committee’s significance. "The committee respectfully recommends to the House to adopt this report and approve the membership of the Appointment and Business Committee... to facilitate the legislative process,” he stated.With this approval, the stage is set for the vetting […]

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