Sack Okyere Baafi for insulting Regional Minister, former Chairman – New Juaben NPP sympathisers
According to a petition obtained by Joy News, the petitioners, who are mostly party members and delegates from New Juaben North and South, ask President Akufo-Addo to crack the whip on the Deputy Minister.
Unprovoked, Michael Okyere Baafi went nuts on his Koforidua radio station last Friday, abusing Regional Minister Seth Kwame Acheampong and former constituency chairman Kwadwo Boateng Agyemang with foul language.
The MP, speaking in Akan, said the two were “fooling around too much” in the region.
A strained relationship between the MP, the Regional Minister, and the previous constituency chairman may have prompted the former to take action.
During the event, the MP accused the Minister and the previous Chairman of conspiring against his second-term attempt by reportedly backing Yaa Ansaa Safori, a disqualified contender in the New Juaben South parliamentary race.
In response to concerns about the vetting of parliamentary aspirants in the region, Mr Okyere Baafi stated that the two gentlemen were working against him because they believed he was also working against Kwadwo Boateng Agyemang, who resigned as constituency chairman and later ran for the position of regional chairman but lost.
“During the regional elections, people decided to support whoever they wanted. When you go for elections and lose, you don’t have to blame people for your loss. In your constituency, New Juaben North, how many people voted for you” he quizzed.
When the show’s presenter inquired if he believed others were conspiring against him, he identified Kwadwo Boateng Agyemang, the nephew of Hackman Owusu Agyemang the NPP Council of elders chairman and the Regional Minister, Seth Kwame Acheampong, the previous constituency chairman for New Juaben North.
The party has approved both the Regional Minister and the MP to run for the New Juaben North and South constituencies.
Okyere Baafi will run unchallenged after the party dismissed Yaa Ansaah Safori, however Seth Kwame Acheampong will face four other candidates.
Find below the petition:
PRESS RELEASE
Subject: Petition for the Removal of Michael Okyere Baafi: Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry and Member of Parliament for New Juaben South
Your Excellency H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo,
We, the undersigned residents of Koforidua, encompassing both New Juaben North and South, New Patriotic Party Delegates, and Members, respectfully present this press release urging the President’s prompt attention and action. We seek the removal of Mr Michael Okyere Baafi, Member of Parliament for New Juaben South and Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, due to his recent unethical conduct.
On Friday, January 5th, 2024, Mr. Baafi engaged in inappropriate behaviour by insulting the Eastern Regional Minister Hon. Seth Kwame Acheampong and Chairman Kwadwo Boateng Agyeman, the Former Constituency Chairman of New Juaben North, on his radio station Afeema Fm in Koforidua. This disrespectful act extends beyond a personal matter, as it directly undermines the Presidency of the Republic of Ghana, his Ministry the Trade and Industry, the entire Eastern Region, the New Juaben Traditional Council, New Juaben North and South, and the entire Koforidua.
In light of his unprofessional conduct, disrespect to authority, and disregard for the honourable office he holds as Deputy Minister, we firmly request Mr Michael Okyere Baafi’s immediate removal from office since he has failed to resign from office honourably. Such behaviour is incompatible with the standards expected from a public servant and reflects adversely on the government’s commitment to professionalism and respect for all citizens.
We trust in your commitment to upholding the principles of good governance and maintaining the dignity of public office. Your decisive action in this matter would not only restore confidence in leadership but also underscore the importance of accountability within our democratic system.
Thank you for your attention to this petition, and we remain hopeful for a swift and appropriate resolution.
Attached is the audio recording of his unethical conduct.
Sincerely,
Signed
Kankam Twumasi Daniel
Assemblyman Elect: Gyamfikrom Electoral Area