Kwesi Pratt has issued a stern caution to Parliament on the vetting of Martin Amidu as Special Prosecutor (SP).
As the nation awaits the vetting process of Mr. Amidu to determine whether his appointment deserves approval or not, the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has asked Parliament to discharge its obligations on the vetting devoid of the "shrill partisanship" conduct that accompanied the announcement of Mr. Amidu as SP.
In a statement signed by the party's General Secretary, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the NDC is not oblivious of the fact that "after falling out" with them (NDC), "Mr. Martin Amidu was allowed free rein to express his opinions without let or hindrance, something he did by openly castigating and issuing threats to the NDC and its leadership".
The party expressed a few reservations saying "our issue with the nomination of Mr. Martin Amidu is based purely and solely on important matters of principle. We note among others that Mr. Amidu has previously published a document challenging the constitutionality of the newly established Office of Special Prosecutor, the very office he has accepted to occupy" and reiterated that the SP's office "must not be seen or treated as a political outpost for witch-hunting or the performance of hatchet jobs for an incumbent administration", warning that "that would most definitely lead to needless socio-political tensions and national instability".
The seasoned journalist, Kwesi Pratt shared similar views on Kokrokoo on Peace FM.
Making his submissions on the programme, Mr. Pratt told host Kwami Sefa Kayi that there should not be any partisan tendencies during the vetting.
According to him, the Vetting Committee should ensure that they ask relevant questions to assess the nomination and qualification of Mr. Amidu for the position.
He stressed that the vetting of the SP shouldn't be turned into a platform where the actors seek to score political points instead of making prudent decision that will help the nation.
He asked the Committee to put the interest of the nation before theirs as Martin Amidu appears before them on Tuesday, February 13, 2018.
"It shouldn't be that his work will become NPP/NDC. His work will be crippled if we do that. If such controversy enters Parliament, we've collapsed his job already. So, those doing the vetting should ensure that they will ask relevant questions resulting in nation building and help Mr. Martin Amidu's work instead of asking divisive questions. We plead with both sides of the House to be wary of such conduct", he stated.
Source: Ameyaw Adu Gyamfi/Peacefmonline.com/Ghana
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If fortunately we have a prez who is not corrupt and also a citizen vigilante who can put fear and also prosecute those in or out government on corruption, shouldn't we rejoice as a nation and push this agenda? Only the evil ones will attempt to thwart this effort. We are watching them. We know them as well. KWEI ATTA, MAY BE ADD THAT IN ADDITION TO THE PREZ AND CITIZEN VIGILANTE, WE HAVE A THIRD ONE TO ALSO ADD MORE FEARS - THE AUDITOR GENERAL......
If fortunately we have a prez who is not corrupt and also a citizen vigilante who can put fear and also prosecute those in or out government on corruption, shouldn't we rejoice as a nation and push this agenda? Only the evil ones will attempt to thwart this effort. We are watching them. We know them as well.
FEAR FEAR CATCH MONKEY
"(2) We must attack Bawumia like he did against John Mahama. Whenever he speaks, good or bad he must be attacked. Let’s make governance difficult for him. (3) We must paint NPP as very corrupt. Hons Ablakwah, Ayariga, Ahi, etc. are spearheading that at Parliament" You see how st.upid you guys are? When people are working hard to make the country go forward, you are sabotaging the efforts of those taking Ghana from the s..h.i.t state to a better one. With all the houses in Dubai, USA, filling stations etc. how much of these were given to you. Wake up you du.mb heads and let Ghana be the shining star it used to be. Shame on you bra.inless foot soldiers. People are now being given the chance to education so you cannot count on the ignorance of your voters anymore.
Parliamentarians can never change, they will act like you, Kwesi Pratt.
Okumfo Domfo! We know you well well Kwesi Pratt
Now I see why you guys LOST so BITTERLY! No common S*ense* just your gutter arguments and insults naa...the world and politics is moving forward you guys should shine your eyes...In 2020...20% koraa will swerve you people..NDC.
From the Kwasi Botchwey’s report and the subsequent meetings from NEC, all NDC Communicators must work hard as directed. I am compelled to put this across here because only few of us are working on Social Media. Note we are to: (1) Ensure Owusu Bempah’s mouth is shut as his constant media attack on NDC & Mahama contributed greatly to our defeat. When we work hard to bring scandals against him NDC communicators must hold it up. (2) We must attack Bawumia like he did against John Mahama. Whenever he speaks, good or bad he must be attacked. Let’s make governance difficult for him. (3) We must paint NPP as very corrupt. Hons Ablakwah, Ayariga, Ahi, etc. are spearheading that at Parliament. So we must back them up on social media. Contact the Communication Team if you require further information. Thank you!
This advice should go to the NDC. Especially Akudjeto Ablakwa and Alhassan Suhuyini who usually ask questions without sense. This ssstuuppidd guys will waste more than 5hours on his CV.
Aahh Kwasi, nasei wonim nyansa sei. I have dropped all my ill feelings against you and I will always like/love YOU provided you exhibit such neutrality in your submissions. Well done ONUA