PNP Demands Ablakwa’s Removal Over Alleged Corruption
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The People’s National Party (PNP) has formally petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to remove Mr. Okudzeto Ablakwa from his roles as Minister-designate for Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) committee. The petition, signed by PNP Chairperson Janet Nabla, raises concerns about Mr. Ablakwa’s ethical conduct and financial management, citing issues that emerged during his vetting process.
The PNP’s petition highlights four primary concerns:
1. Misuse of Parliamentary Loans: The party alleges that Mr. Ablakwa diverted funds intended for the purchase of four-wheel vehicles for Members of Parliament’s constituency work. Instead, he reportedly acquired saloon cars and a combine harvester for personal use. The PNP contends that this misallocation imposes an undue financial burden on taxpayers, who subsidize 60% of these loans.
2. Unexplained Wealth: Questions have been raised about how Mr. Ablakwa and his wife can afford to rent an apartment in the upscale Airport Hills area on an MP’s salary. The PNP is calling for a financial investigation to verify the legitimacy of his income sources.
3. Luxury Travel Preferences: During his vetting, Mr. Ablakwa reportedly insisted on upgrading to business class travel at his own expense. The PNP argues that this demonstrates a disconnect from the struggles of ordinary Ghanaians and raises concerns about his approach to managing public funds.
4. False Allegations: The petition accuses Mr. Ablakwa of previously making unverified claims about the children of a former president acquiring government land. The PNP argues that such reckless accusations undermine public trust in leadership.
In light of these concerns, the PNP is urging President Mahama to revoke Mr. Ablakwa’s appointments and refer him to the Special Prosecutor for a comprehensive investigation into his financial dealings and overall conduct.
This development underscores the PNP’s commitment to ensuring ethical leadership and accountability within the government.
Remove Ablakwa from ministerial and ORAL roles; refer him to OSP – PNP petitions Mahama