‘I will fight for NPP with a clear mind’ – Afenyo-Markin
Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, says he will not be deterred by criticism or personal attacks over his position on the reported financial losses associated with the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).
Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has expressed his unwavering commitment to supporting the New Patriotic Party (NPP) despite facing criticism and personal attacks. Speaking on Metro TV, Afenyo-Markin said he is determined not to be swayed by insults or attempts to discredit him, vowing to continue scrutinizing the government’s handling of public resources.
The dispute arose over reported financial losses of about GH¢22 billion (equivalent to US$1.7 billion) linked to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) in 2025. Sammy Gyamfi, the CEO of GoldBod, accused Afenyo-Markin of launching a smear campaign instead of contributing to public accountability. Afenyo-Markin dismissed these accusations, stating that he would not engage in responding to personal attacks and would not sue anyone who insults him.
Afenyo-Markin emphasized that his dedication to the NPP is deeply rooted in his family's history of supporting the party. He assured the public that his political responsibilities would not be compromised by personal attacks, emphasizing his commitment to upholding the party's interests. He expressed that the Minority's concerns about the GoldBod losses are based on factual information and called on the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) to acknowledge policy failures that contributed to the situation. Afenyo-Markin urged the NDC to "eat humble pie" and work with the Minority to find a way forward.
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