The Appointments Committee has issued a formal apology to Ghanaians for the chaotic scenes that disrupted Thursday’s vetting session, pledging to take corrective measures to uphold decorum in future proceedings.
The disorder erupted during the vetting of ministerial nominees Kwabena Mintah Akandoh and Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, as tensions flared between the Minority and Majority caucuses.
The Minority, citing prior discussions, insisted on postponing the session to Friday, but the Majority opposed the move, arguing that the vetting must proceed as scheduled.
What began as a heated disagreement quickly escalated into physical confrontations, with some Minority members damaging tables and microphones in an attempt to halt proceedings.
Security personnel were swiftly deployed to restore order as the situation threatened to derail the session entirely.
Despite the disruptions, the Majority remained firm on adhering to the committee’s schedule, stressing that any delays could undermine the efficiency and transparency of the vetting process.
They urged all members to respect established protocols to ensure a smooth confirmation process for nominees.
In its apology, the Appointments Committee acknowledged the unacceptable nature of the incident and assured the public that steps would be taken to prevent a recurrence.
The committee reaffirmed its commitment to conducting future vetting sessions with professionalism, ensuring the integrity of the parliamentary process is upheld.
