The Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has distanced the New Patriotic Party (NPP) from the offensive comment directed at Dr. Zanetor Agyeman Rawlings, the Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle. He categorically stated that he does not believe any NPP member was responsible for the inappropriate remark.
During a parliamentary session, an unidentified individual was heard making a disrespectful comment about Dr. Zanetor, allegedly referencing her late father, former President Jerry John Rawlings. The remark caused an uproar, prompting her constituents to petition Parliament for action.
In response to the incident, Annoh-Dompreh rejected the idea that the comment came from the NPP. He suggested it might have originated from the public gallery, rather than from a party member.
“I was suspended at the time this occurred, but I don’t believe any NPP member would make such a statement. It’s unfortunate. Since it wasn’t picked up by the microphone, we can’t say for sure who said it. I suspect it came from the public gallery,” he explained.
He also shared that a senior Majority MP had approached him to help identify the person responsible, so an apology could be issued. According to him, efforts are ongoing behind the scenes to resolve the matter.
“If we choose to investigate, we will definitely identify the person. But as the Minority Chief Whip, I know my people, and I’m not convinced it came from us. However, if we conduct a full investigation and find it was from our side, we will take responsibility and apologize,” he assured.
Annoh-Dompreh added that he and his colleagues are working privately to address the issue. His comments come amid increasing calls for accountability, with many urging Parliament to maintain respect and discipline among its members.
At this stage, Ghanaians, along with the people of Klottey Korle, are awaiting the Speaker’s decision, hoping for justice and the preservation of Parliament’s dignity.
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