Tema Central MP assaulted my driver – Ebi Bright alleges

Tema Metropolitan Chief Executive Ebi Bright has accused Tema Central Member of Parliament Charles Forson of physically assaulting her driver. Bright alleged that Forson had consistently refused to engage her or the Tema Metropolitan Assembly since she took office, despite numerous attempts to establish communication with him. She claimed that this lack of engagement had led to issues requiring discussion with Forson, which have not been adequately addressed due to his unwillingness to communicate.

According to Bright, the absence of coordination between the Assembly and Forson had resulted in duplication of projects. She stated that some projects, which were already included in the Assembly's annual action plans, were being undertaken separately. Bright emphasized the need for coordination, especially for projects involving government reserve and open spaces, where the Assembly must engage relevant stakeholders before implementation.

Bright mentioned that she had made several attempts to reach Forson, including through Parliament, but his refusal to engage persisted. The latest attempt, made at Parliament, allegedly ended with her driver being physically assaulted. She also alleged that a subsequent visit to Forson's residence, located opposite her private office, led to her staff being assaulted.

Bright informed that the matter has gained the attention of some parliamentary leaders, and she hopes it will be resolved. She expressed hope that the MP would show a willingness to engage in the future. Bright stated that her efforts to engage Forson were aimed at improving coordination on development projects and preventing duplication within the municipality.