The Minority in Parliament has notified the general public that, it is calling for swift accountability from the government regarding the controversial gold and cash seizures carried out by National Security earlier this February. The opposition alleges that these assets are worth billions of dollars.
During a press conference monitored by Ghana Insider, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, the Member of Parliament for Assin South, made it known that the operation took place in a southern municipality of Accra, where authorities uncovered 12 containers filled with gold bars along with large sums of cash in both US dollars and Ghanaian cedis.
Rev. Fordjour stressed that, “This operation has attracted significant media attention. The public has a right to know how much was seized and the full scope of the operation.”
Regardless of the fact that nearly two months had passed since the high-profile operation, the lack of updates from National Security has raised substantial concerns.
“It’s unacceptable that, after all this time, we still don’t know the exact quantity of gold or the specific amount of cash seized,” he insisted. The identities of those responsible for the shipment also remain shrouded in mystery, prompting questions over the government’s future actions concerning the assets, which are still under National Security’s control.
The Minority firmly demands that National Security clarify its intentions regarding the seized gold and cash, with Rev. Fordjour asserting, “We demand accountability. National Security must provide a clear explanation of the gold bars and cash seized.”
Moreover, the opposition is worried about the potential mismanagement of the assets. “The Ghanaian people have legitimate questions: Does the government intend to divert these assets, only to later claim the gold is fake and the cash counterfeit?” he questioned.
To push for clarity, the Minority has issued a two-month deadline for National Security to inform the public on the investigation’s progress. With no information forthcoming, skepticism continues to grow among citizens. Rev. Fordjour assured, “The mighty minority will not rest until a full and transparent account is provided by the Minister for the Interior.”
He highlighted the essential role transparency plays in maintaining public trust, admitting, “The public’s growing skepticism is entirely understandable.” In conclusion, he reiterated the commitment of the Minority to pursue clarity on the investigation’s findings, underscoring that such measures are crucial for maintaining confidence among the people of Ghana.
