“We Will Not Give That Lawless Platform That Ndc Is Seeking:” Afenyo-Markin

After New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) departure from parliament today, MP for the Effutu constituency Alexander Afenyo-Markin revealed that the reason for their parting is because they are rooted in their commitment to peace and they also believe the right place to express their grievances is in court.

While speaking to the media, he recounted how the NPP has a long-standing tradition of lawfulness since 1992. “Npp our tradition is a law-abiding tradition our forbearance always uses a court to correct the wrong. Since 1992, our leaders have always used civil advocacy and the courts to ensure that we get the peace that we have today…. Today we have a very transparent electoral system because of the advocacy of our forbearers,” he stated.

He further explained the NPP’s law-abiding nature will not give room for the unregulated space National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) is chasing.  He emphasized “We will not give that lawless platform that NDC is seeking. We will not give them that platform. We will not give them that theatre they so aggressively seek. This disrupts democracy and destroy our nation.” He also cited an instance where he believes proves that the NDC is not as law abiding as the NPP. He pointed out that “On Sunday, the minority leader, my respected colleague Dr Forson led the minority caucus in a press conference whereupon they told the Ghanaians that today they will come and occupy our seats by their own proclamation” —and that is what they did.

As he continued, Afenyo-Markin explained that he informed Mr. Speaker that the right place to express the NPP’s concerns is in court, so he expects the NDC to do the right thing.  He also urged the media to add their voice. “You the media, must add your voice to the advocacy to compel our colleagues to respect the fidelity of the law,” he said. Meanwhile, the NDC was seen celebrating with singing and dancing in court after the NPP caucus departed.