Full text: Parliament wades into GHC70k gift memo saga; Bagbin urges Special Prosecutor to pursue matter thoroughly
The document and the reports arising from it have understandably generated considerable public interest. Parliament is equally aware of subsequent reports in which the authenticity of the memorandum, as well as the circumstances alleged in it, have been categorically denied.
Parliament has called for a thorough and expeditious investigation into a memo circulating on social media, reportedly authored by Deputy Minority Leader and MP for Asokwa, Patricia Appiagyei. The memo alleges the return of GH¢70,000, generating significant public interest and concern over its authenticity. Parliament stated that allegations involving payments connected to parliamentary committees, particularly the Appointments Committee, require proper scrutiny.
They expressed concern that the memo may have been fabricated and falsely attributed to the MP, potentially undermining public confidence in Parliament and its processes. Parliament emphasized that it has not independently verified the memo's authenticity and will not make a determination at this stage. They welcomed the Office of the Special Prosecutor's (OSP) investigation and urged for thorough and expeditious proceedings to establish the memo's authenticity and the veracity of the claims.
If investigations find the memo fabricated or falsely attributed to Appiagyei, Parliament stated that relevant authorities should enlist the help of the Cyber Security Authority and other law enforcement agencies to identify those responsible and hold them accountable in accordance with the law. Parliament urged the public, media, and stakeholders to exercise caution in sharing the memo or drawing definitive conclusions until its authenticity and circumstances are properly established, reaffirming their commitment to transparency, accountability, and the integrity of parliamentary processes.
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