Frustration Behind Minority’s Disruptions During Vetting – Bernard Ahiafor
Ahiafor clarifies that the Minority's actions were rooted in frustration, not intentional disorder
- Bernard Ahiafor attributes the Minority's disruptive actions during the vetting process to frustrations
- He highlighted instances where agreements with the Minority were later disregarded
- The standoff over the vetting of Okudzeto Ablakwa and Kwabena Mintah Akandoh escalated into physical clashes
Bernard Ahiafor, Chairman of Parliament’s Appointments Committee and First Deputy Speaker, has offered an explanation for the Minority’s actions during the chaotic ministerial vetting.
Speaking on February 5, Ahiafor acknowledged that the Minority’s frustrations, sometimes fueled by external pressures, led to actions that negatively affected the vetting process.
While efforts were made to find common ground, Ahiafor noted that agreements reached with the Minority were occasionally ignored, adding to the tension. He emphasized that the Minority’s actions, though disruptive, were not always intentional but stemmed from frustration.
The chaos reached its peak on January 30, 2025, when the Minority opposed the vetting of Okudzeto Ablakwa and Kwabena Mintah Akandoh.
A standoff escalated into a physical altercation, causing damage to tables and microphones.
This incident led to the suspension of four MPs and prompted a walkout by the Minority, allowing the Majority to continue vetting Ablakwa and other nominees the following day.
