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NDC SOUTH AFRICA CHAIRMAN SAYS ARREST OF MP NTIM FORDJOUR IMMINENT

April 7, 2025
8 months ago
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NDC SOUTH AFRICA CHAIRMAN SAYS ARREST OF MP NTIM FORDJOUR IMMINENT


Processes to arrest Ntim Fordjour are almost complete – NDC South Africa chairman 

Source: Albert Kuzor   
Benjamin Kofi Quashie, Chairman of the South Africa branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has disclosed that steps are nearing completion to arrest the Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. Ntim Fordjour. The MP is under scrutiny for alleging that aircraft recently landed in Ghana to engage in illegal drug trafficking and money laundering.


Speaking on JoyPrime’s News Flash on Monday, April 7, Quashie confirmed that the legal and procedural requirements for the arrest are nearly fulfilled. He added that one key factor delaying the process is the absence of Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin, who must play a significant role in greenlighting any arrest involving a sitting MP. However, Quashie remains confident that once the Speaker returns to the country, the arrest will proceed.


The controversy began when Rev. Fordjour, who is also the Ranking Member of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, held a press conference in which he accused certain aircraft of engaging in suspicious activities during their stay in Ghana. His claims attracted significant public and political attention, leading to calls for him to provide concrete evidence to support such serious allegations.


While the government has flatly denied any wrongdoing regarding the aircraft in question, it has also offered explanations about the nature and purpose of the aircraft’s presence in Ghana. The incident has generated widespread debate, especially around the MP’s motivations and the credibility of his claims.


In the wake of the backlash, there has been pressure mounting on Fordjour to substantiate his allegations or face consequences. Although some opposition figures support his call for transparency, others have criticized him for potentially tarnishing the country’s image without evidence. Interestingly, despite the growing calls for accountability, Fordjour’s party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has stood by his claims and called for a full investigation into the matter.


The unfolding situation has ignited further political tensions, especially between the ruling and opposition parties, with accusations flying in both directions. The move to arrest a sitting MP over public comments has also raised questions about freedom of expression and political tolerance in the country.


As the nation awaits the Speaker’s return and the possible legal action against Rev. Fordjour, many Ghanaians are closely following the story, eager to see how it will unfold and whether the MP can provide any solid proof to validate his explosive allegations. The situation remains fluid, with further developments expected in the coming days.