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In reaction to the Ghana Police Service’s call seeking the Speaker of Parliament to release the Minority Leader for questioning, the Gallant Cadres of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has issued a strongly worded statement suggesting that the Minority Leader of Parliament, Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, needs psychological attention more than an arrest.
In a press release issued on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, and signed by the PRO, Mr. Richard E. A. Sarpong, commonly called Father Casford, the Cadres highlighted that, judging from the viral video capturing the altercation between the Minority Leader and the Police Officer during the recent ‘Save the Judiciary’ demonstration, they are taken aback and find Afenyo-Markin’s petition to the IGP alleging assault by a Police Officer as disturbing.
Stemming from this and other attention seeking stunts from the Mr. Afenyo-Markin, the statement avers that the “the Minority leader needs psyche and attention deficit assessment”, stressed the release.
Below is the full statement:
Press Release
To All Media Houses
The Gallant Cadres of NDC
0208573712
0243179445
0542002741
Minority Leader Afenyo Markins Needs Psychological Care Rather Than Arrest
In a vivid demonstration of Ghana’s democratic maturity, the recent “Save the Judiciary” protest highlighted the John Dramani Mahama’s administration commitment to freedom of expression and assembly. Under President John Dramani Mahama’s leadership, the government facilitated the peaceful demonstration by citizens , allowing opposition members to voice their concerns over the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
However, the event took an unexpected turn when Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin, was allegedly involved in an altercation with a police officer. Video footage from the protest appears to show the lawmaker in a physical confrontation with the officer, prompting the Ghana Police Service to request the Speaker of Parliament to release Hon. Afenyo-Markin to assist with investigations into the incident. Clearly, the Minority leader needs psyche and attention deficit assessment. The pronouncement of Afenyo-Markin from the Ministerial vetting through to press conferences elaborate
big time attention seeker, too pompous. The continuous exhibition of arrogance by quite a number of these people in this Corrupt, arrogant Akuffo Addo and Bawumia Government is worrying.
In response, Hon. Afenyo-Markin filed a formal petition to the Inspector-General of Police, alleging that he was the victim of an unprovoked assault by the Police Officer, identified as Constable Forson. He described the act as “reprehensible and disgraceful,” in his approach to repaint the true picture.
This incident underscores the contrasting approaches to democratic engagement between the current administration of John Mahama and the NPP opposition. While the Mahama government has demonstrated a commitment to upholding democratic principles, facilitating peaceful protests and ensuring the safety of its citizens, the alleged actions of the opposition leader raise questions about their adherence to these same principles.
As Ghana continues to navigate its democratic journey, the Mahama administration’s dedication to upholding the rights of its citizens serves as a beacon of hope and a model for governance in the region. As proud Ghanians and Galant Cadres of the National Democratic Congress, we gladly say *Mahama, Twasooooo!!!!!*
Comrade Richard E A Sarpong, Father Casford. The PRO, 0208573712
Ohemaa Akosua Borngreat, Deputy PRO, 0243179445
Mr F Kadan, Secretary. 0242776044
Carrick Kpeglo, Chairman. 0542002741
