‘I Will Tell Ghanaians Who Took Sarah Adwoa Safo’s Place In 2021’ – Haruna Iddrisu Speaks Out

Former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament Sarah Adwoa Sarfo has faced years of controversy over allegations that she was absent from Parliament during important proceedings in 2021 and 2022, including deliberations on the national budget and the passage of the controversial electronic levy.

The dispute gained significant attention during parliamentary consideration of the 2021 Budget Statement and Fiscal Policy in November 2021. Reports circulated at the time alleging that another woman had occupied Sarfo’s seat, raising questions about her presence during a crucial vote.

The matter attracted public and political scrutiny because Parliament was closely divided, meaning the attendance of individual lawmakers could influence the outcome of major legislative decisions.

In an interview with TV3 Ghana, former Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu indicated that he intended to reveal the identity of the person allegedly seen occupying Sarfo’s seat. He suggested that the issue could have been significant in the government’s efforts to secure enough support to pass the budget.

His comments added to speculation surrounding the incident and renewed debate over parliamentary attendance and accountability during a period of intense political competition.

Sarfo, however, has repeatedly rejected allegations that she was absent from the proceedings. In previous interviews, she maintained that she had been present in Parliament and suggested that changes in her appearance following childbirth may have contributed to the confusion over her identity.

The controversy unfolded amid wider disagreements between the governing party and the opposition over parliamentary procedures and other national issues. The closely contested nature of the legislature at the time heightened the significance of claims concerning lawmakers’ attendance.

The debate also comes against the background of separate concerns raised by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin over alleged irregularities in security service recruitment. He later withdrew those claims, acknowledging that they were not backed by sufficient evidence.

Although the allegations surrounding Sarfo’s parliamentary attendance have remained a subject of public discussion, her denial remains central to the dispute. The episode continues to raise questions about transparency, representation and the importance of verifying claims involving lawmakers and major legislative decisions.