Full text: Afenyo-Markin defends Abu Jinapor on diplomatic passport for sale allegation
Mr Jinapor alleged in Parliament on November 3, that diplomatic passports are sold for between GHC10,000 and GHC50,000.
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, defended MP Samuel Abu Jinapor against allegations of selling diplomatic passports. Jinapor claimed this occurred between November 3 and November 4, but failed to provide evidence. The Speaker, Alban Bagbin, issued a directive for Jinapor to withdraw from the House. Afenyo-Markin labelled the Speaker's actions as disproportionate and unfair, calling it "parliamentary bullying."
The Minority invited journalists to witness the incident, emphasizing the need for candor and accountability in the House. They questioned the Speaker's response to Jinapor's allegations, suggesting that compliance with a directive should not result in punitive measures. The Minority intends to investigate Jinapor's claims and present their findings to the House.
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Also reported by 3 other outlets
- Abu Jinapor and Minority shall not be silenced; Ablakwa was loud when in opposition – Afenyo-Markin myjoyonline.com
- We shall not be silenced – Afenyo-Markin vows, accuses gov’t of intimidating Minority gbcghanaonline.com
- No caucus can intimidate me - Bagbin responds to Minority's walkout over Abu Jinapor's ejection 3news.com
