The Minority in Parliament is demanding the immediate dismissal of Dr. Hanna Louisa Bissiw and Malik Basintale from their government positions over their alleged support for violence during the Ablekuma North rerun.
At a press briefing on Wednesday, Member of Parliament for Atiwa West, Asante Laurette Korkor said, “The Minority Caucus demands the following immediate actions: the dismissal of violence-endorsing officials, the prosecution of all perpetrators, and a comprehensive police investigation into the security failures.”
The Minority urged President John Mahama to take swift action against key government officials accused of celebrating or justifying political violence.
“President Mahama must immediately dismiss Dr. Hanna Louisa Bissiw from her position as CEO of the Minerals Development Fund and Malik Basintale from his role as Acting CEO of the Youth Employment Agency,” she said.
“Their celebration and justification of violence against opposition figures disqualifies them from holding any public office. This dismissal must happen to demonstrate that the government does not condone political violence.”
The Minority also called for the prosecution of all those responsible for the attacks during the rerun. “All individuals involved in the Ablekuma North violence must be arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. There can be no impunity for those who attack our democratic process,” she said.
She added that the police should issue daily updates on the progress of their investigations and arrests.
The caucus further demanded a full investigation into the role of law enforcement, particularly highlighting allegations against a senior officer.
“The Ghana Police Service must conduct a thorough investigation into their security failures, including the alleged role of Chief Superintendent Lumor Frederick Senanu. Any officers found to be complicit must face immediate dismissal and criminal prosecution,” she said.
The Minority warned that silence from the presidency would send the wrong message. “The President cannot remain silent while members of his government celebrate violence against opposition figures,” she said.
“Their continued presence in government sends a dangerous message that the Mahama administration condones political violence.”
She stressed that the president’s response would define his administration. “President Mahama must choose: does he stand with Ghana’s democratic institutions, or does he stand with officials who celebrate attacks on former Members of Parliament? His decision will define his legacy.”
“The international community is watching. Ghana’s development partners are watching. Most importantly, the Ghanaian people are watching to see whether their President will defend democracy or protect those who attack it,” she added.
