In a scathing critique, Kwame Asare-Obeng, (A-Plus) Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, has accused President Akufo-Addo of grossly abusing his power and manipulating the Constitution to serve his own interests.
According to Asare-Obeng, Akufo-Addo’s rise to prominence was facilitated by the very Constitution written during former President Rawlings’ tenure.Ironically, Akufo-Addo benefited from the Supreme Court rulings during that period, which made him popular and influential.
The MP argued that Akufo-Addo’s actions as President have been a far cry from his initial promise to uphold the law and respect the Constitution. Instead, he has allegedly used the Constitution to sack public officials, including Charlotte Osei and Daniel Domelevo, and replace them with individuals loyal to him.
A-Plus also criticized Jean Mensa, the current Electoral Commission Chair, for seeking protection under the same Constitution that was used to remove and humiliate her predecessor. He emphasized that the Constitution belongs to all Ghanaians, not just the ruling party.
The MP warned that the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) will not hesitate to use the same Constitution to challenge Akufo-Addo’s actions and promote their own agenda. He concluded by stating that the NDC will be ready to counter any moves made by the ruling party, emphasizing that the Constitution is not the exclusive property of Akufo-Addo and his allies.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
