Gov’t must apologise to Ntim Fordjour for attacking him over cocaine bust concerns – Adutwum’s aide

The spokesperson for former Education Minister Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum says the government owes the Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev John Ntim Fordjour, an unqualified apology over its response to allegations he previously raised about possible criminal infiltration and security threats in Ghana.

According to Yaw Opoku Mensah, recent international developments involving cocaine seizures had renewed attention to the concerns raised by the MP, arguing that instead of addressing the substance of his claims, the government attacked and ridiculed him.

In a statement, Mr Opoku Mensah questioned why the government appeared more focused on discrediting Rev. Ntim Fordjour than investigating the allegations he raised.

“If the concerns he raised were worth investigating, why was the energy of the state seemingly directed at discrediting him rather than addressing the substance of his allegations?” he asked.

He said the developments had implications for Ghana’s national security and international reputation, urging Ghanaians to demand answers beyond partisan considerations.

“We cannot continue to watch our country’s name being dragged into international controversy while those who raise legitimate questions are treated as enemies of the state,” he said.

Mr Opoku Mensah argued that public officials and citizens should be able to question matters of national interest without facing intimidation or attempts to undermine their credibility.

He said Rev. Ntim Fordjour had exercised his responsibility as a legislator by raising concerns and insisted that questioning government actions should not be treated as a crime.

He also called on those who had insulted and mocked the MP over his claims to reconsider their position and apologise.

“Perhaps it is time to swallow your pride, apologise, and acknowledge that questioning power is not a crime,” he said.

Mr Opoku Mensah stressed that national security and accountability should take precedence over partisan loyalty, adding that no government should use its authority against citizens for demanding answers.