The Minority Caucus in Ghana’s Parliament is raising serious concerns over what it describes as a possible breach of parliamentary immunity involving Assin South Member of Parliament, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, following a recent security operation at his residence.
The controversy erupted after footage circulated on social media showing operatives believed to be from National Security entering Fordjour’s private residence. The operation, which appeared to be in connection with allegations of drug trafficking and money laundering, has since sparked a political firestorm.
Fordjour recently alleged that Kotoka International Airport may have been used for suspicious activities involving narcotics and illicit cash flows, claims that were swiftly denied by the Ghana Airports Company Limited.
In the aftermath of the search, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin publicly questioned the legality of the action, suggesting it may have violated constitutional provisions that protect Members of Parliament from certain forms of legal intrusion without prior parliamentary approval.
He noted that in previous instances involving MPs, these procedures were respected, and the Speaker was duly informed and involved. The Minority Leader warned that failure to observe these protocols could undermine the integrity of Ghana’s democratic institutions.
In response to the situation, local media report that the Minority in Parliament has formally petitioned the Speaker of Parliament, urging him to investigate the circumstances surrounding the search. The petition calls on the Speaker to take swift action to safeguard parliamentary privileges and uphold the rule of law.
© WAVN
