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The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns about the posture of the Chairman of the Appointment Committee, Bernard Ahiafor during the vetting of three ministerial nominees.
The caucus has accused the First Deputy Speaker and Akatsi South MP of bias and “extreme partisanship”, claiming that his actions undermined the objectivity and integrity expected of the process.
Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, January 15, Dr Gideon Boako, Member of Parliament for Tano North, alleged that the Chairman’s conduct obstructed a diligent and comprehensive vetting exercise.
He expressed concerns that the Chairman’s approach appeared to favour certain nominees, potentially compromising the committee’s mandate to ensure accountability and transparency.
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