Parliament Recall: Ntim Fordjour expects emergency sitting over drug-trafficking crisis

Ranking Member of Parliament's Defence and Interior Committee Rev Ntim Fordjour anticipates Parliament being recalled for an emergency session to tackle Ghana's growing drug-trafficking issue. The Assin South MP confirms the Minority has obtained over 15% of MPs, as required to invoke Article 112(3) of the Constitution, triggering a parliamentary recall.

He claims the petition, signatures, and memorandum were submitted to Speaker Alban Bagbin last week, and expects the Speaker to issue a recall notice within the week, facilitating Parliament's resumption by next week. Fordjour insists the inquiry is intended to uncover solutions, not to become a political spectacle. He laments the government's sluggish response, questioning why no agency heads in the security and drug-control chain have been removed.

He demands strong leadership from President Mahama upon his return from the UN General Assembly, urging decisive actions against those involved in the crisis. Fordjour warns of far-reaching implications, stating that drug abuse is linked to money laundering and terrorism, and that illegal mining communities are also affected. He emphasizes that MPs should approach the emergency sitting with national interest in mind, urging them to avoid making the issue political.

He expressed confidence that Parliament will be recalled within the week, with the Speaker's office confirming receipt of the recall request.