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Political activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has been summoned to appear before the Parliamentary Appointments Committee to substantiate his claims that the committee has been demanding money from ministerial nominees before approval. The allegations, made in a Facebook post, have sparked a heated debate within Parliament, leading to calls for the suspension of the committee’s activities until the matter is resolved.
Mr. Barker-Vormawor, a prominent figure and Co-Convenor of Democracy Hub, alleged that ministerial appointees were being asked to pay fees to the Appointments Committee to secure approval. These claims have been met with strong rebuke from Bernard Ahiafor, Chairman of the Appointments Committee, who has described the comments as “explosive and defamatory.”
In a statement, Mr. Ahiafor directed the Clerk to the Committee to invite Mr. Barker-Vormawor to appear before the committee on Wednesday, January 29, at 10 AM. The activist has been asked to provide evidence to support his allegations or face potential consequences.
The allegations have caused a rift within the committee. Tolon MP and Deputy Majority Chief Whip, Habib Iddrisu, has called for the suspension of the committee’s sittings until the corruption allegations are thoroughly investigated. However, South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has expressed a differing opinion, suggesting that the vetting process should continue.
The Minority side of the Appointments Committee has also taken a firm stance, refusing to proceed with the vetting process until the allegations are addressed. This development has brought the committee’s activities to a standstill, highlighting the gravity of the accusations.
