Minority Accuses Mahama of Breaching Presidential Office Act in Key Appointments
Opposition MPs call for withdrawal of appointment letters and question foreign policy shift
- Minority claims appointments were made without consulting the Council of State as required by law
- Questions raised over envoy appointment to the Sahel region, citing Ghana's non-aligned stance
- Minority urges the President to withdraw appointment letters and follow due constitutional processes
The Minority in Parliament has criticized President John Mahama for allegedly violating Section 4(1) of the Presidential Office Act by making appointments without consulting the Council of State, as required by law.
According to the Minority, the appointments—made before the Council of State was constituted—should have been labeled as provisional, pending the formation of the Council.
Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, January 22, Okaikwei Central MP Patrick Boamah urged the President to withdraw the appointment letters and correct the procedural lapses.
“We believe the appointment of the Cabinet Secretary was unconstitutional. We call on the President to adhere to proper processes,” Boamah emphasized.
Additionally, the Minority raised concerns about the appointment of an envoy to the Sahel region, questioning the rationale behind what they described as a shift in Ghana’s foreign policy.
“Ghana is a non-aligned nation with respect to the Sahel. We seek clarification on why the President is pursuing this foreign policy direction,” the caucus stated.
The Minority has demanded a swift explanation and adherence to constitutional procedures in future appointments.
