Osagyefo Dr. Fredua Agyemang Badu II, the Dormaahene and President of the Bono Regional House of Chiefs, has light-heartedly but pointedly criticized Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin for his unusual protest at the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra.
During a recent address, the traditional ruler expressed disapproval of the Minority Leader's decision to sit on the ground during a protest staged in solidarity with NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.
“I’m not saying Ghanaians shouldn’t show support,” Dormaahene remarked. “But the Minority Leader sitting on the floor at EOCO—that’s not proper. He is an honorable man. If he plans to do that again, he should let me know in advance so I can send someone with a chair for him,” he joked.
While clearly sharing some sympathy for Chairman Wontumi, the chief was firm in his belief that no one should be above the law.
“I like Chairman Wontumi a lot, but personal admiration doesn’t mean the law should be ignored. If I do something wrong, I expect to be investigated too,” he added.
The chief’s comments came in the wake of a high-profile protest on Thursday, May 29, when Minority MPs marched from Parliament to EOCO, causing traffic disruptions and drawing a significant police response. The demonstration was sparked by the arrest of Chairman Wontumi on May 27 in connection with alleged financial misconduct involving EXIM Bank.
Although Wontumi was granted bail, the conditions—GH₵50 million with two justified sureties—had not yet been met at the time of the protest, fueling allegations of political targeting by the opposition.
Dormaahene’s remarks serve as a reminder that while public officials have every right to protest, they must do so with a sense of dignity and respect for their roles.
Source: Citinewsroom
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