Minority invokes Danquah-Dombo-Busia tradition in pledge to defend democracy

The Minority in Parliament has invoked the Danquah-Dombo-Busia political tradition, pledging to continue defending democracy, freedom and the rights of Ghanaians.

Speaking at a press conference outside the Chamber on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin said the tradition was rooted in the United Party and reflected Ghana's diverse ethnic, religious and regional heritage.

The press conference follows the ejection of Damongo MP Samuel Abu Jinapor from the parliamentary Chamber after he alleged that diplomatic passports were being sold for between $10,000 and $50,000.

The Minority staged a solidarity walkout in response to his removal, with its subsequent public statements focusing on parliamentary accountability, democratic freedoms and what the caucus describes as intimidation of opposition lawmakers.

He said the caucus considered itself part of a political inheritance built on the efforts of generations who had worked to protect and consolidate the country's democracy.

“Ours is the Danquah-Dombo-Busia tradition rooted in the United Party and the inheritance of Ghanaian tribes, kingdoms, religions and regions, and generations united to protect, restore and consolidate our democracy,” he stated.

Mr Afenyo-Markin said the Minority would not be intimidated or deterred from holding the government accountable.

“We owe them fidelity. We owe our children every Ghanaian freedom. Cowardice is not in our DNA. Fear is a stranger to our heartbeat. Intimidation cannot break our spirits. Bullies cannot extinguish our fire to stand and fight for what is right without fright,” he said.

He added that the caucus would continue to hold the government and its officials accountable, saying that was the responsibility entrusted to them by Ghanaians.

“We shall hold the government and its functionaries accountable as Ghanaians have entrusted us to do,” he stated.

The Minority Leader described the caucus as small in numbers but resolute in its commitment to its political principles.

“We are few, but firm in conviction. This is who we are. May God protect us in the service of our people. And may God bless our homeland Ghana and make our nation great and strong, bold to defend forever the cause of freedom and of rights,” he said.

He thanked journalists and concluded the press conference.