In an appearance on GH One TV on January 14, 2025, Bonaa acknowledged the respectful demeanor exhibited by the newly elected MPs on the committee.
Nevertheless, he expressed concerns about the behavior of the Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, implying that his conduct during the vetting was inappropriate.
Bonaa described Afenyo-Markin’s actions as provocative and disruptive, labeling the situation as troubling.
He emphasized that such behavior does not reflect the standards expected from Members of Parliament and expressed disappointment over the lack of composure shown during the proceedings.
He pointed out that Afenyo-Markin’s attitude seemed to lack respect for the committee’s Chairman, Bernard Ahiafor.
Bonaa remarked that it is crucial for all committee members to pay attention to the chairman, stating that if disagreements arise, they should allow others to speak before voicing their own opinions.
“The chairman is in the chair, everybody must pay attention to him. It is his show, listen to him and if you disagree, let the others talk and you will be given the opportunity to talk. But the way it happened it’s almost like they were in a debating class,” he stated.
Bonaa also warned that if the Minority caucus continues this behavior, it could complicate future proceedings, detracting from the essential purpose of the vetting process.
He noted that the disruptive exchanges overshadowed the questions posed, making it difficult for viewers to recall significant inquiries and responses.
He advised Afenyo-Markin to adopt a more measured approach, suggesting that his style often overshadowed the substance of his questions.
Bonaa highlighted that other committee members, such as Yaw Boamah and Sammi Awuku, performed commendably and encouraged the Minority Leader to allow his questions to take precedence over his demeanor.
These remarks come in light of public concerns regarding the lawmaker’s confrontational behavior during the vetting, which included several heated exchanges with committee members and a brief walkout, which he attributed to perceived bias from the Chairman towards NPP members.
Nonetheless, he returned to participate in the conclusion of the vetting process.