A fiery exchange erupted in Parliament as North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, demanded a retraction and apology from Works and Housing Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah. The confrontation took place during Mr. Ablakwa’s appearance before the Parliamentary Appointments Committee on Wednesday, 28 August 2024.
The heated discussion revolved around delays in completing housing units for victims of the Akosombo dam spillage. Mr. Ablakwa accused the Minister of using his role on the committee as a “bully pulpit,” prompting him to demand an apology.
“Honourable Minister, you will be well advised to watch your diction. You will be well advised. I will not take that. To suggest that I am using this position as a bully pulpit… You have to retract that because that is not what I am doing here. You must retract and apologise. I am well within my standing orders,” Mr. Ablakwa asserted.
In response, Mr. Oppong Nkrumah defended his right to respond to accusations and questioned why he couldn’t share a different view. The Minister emphasized that accusations should be about the people, not personal attacks.
As the confrontation intensified, the Chairman of the Appointments Committee called for the media to turn off their cameras to defuse the situation. The exchange highlighted the tense atmosphere in Parliament as officials clashed over important issues facing the nation.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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