Sam George Reveals Why He Refused to Use His Ministerial Power on Man Who Slapped Him on Live-TV

The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has said he will allow due process to determine the outcome of the investigation into the assault he suffered during the 2019 Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election.

The incident occurred on January 31, 2019, at La Bawalesie, where Sam George, who was then the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, was reportedly slapped and physically assaulted by some individuals. The incident was broadcast live on national television.

Speaking at a public forum, the minister disclosed that he reported the matter to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service shortly after the incident in 2019.

He said he later submitted a follow-up request after the National Democratic Congress (NDC) returned to power in 2025, but had not received any significant update on the investigation as of November 2, 2026.

Sam George acknowledged that his current position as a cabinet minister could allow him to contact authorities and push for action against the individual allegedly responsible. However, he said he had deliberately chosen not to use his political influence to accelerate the process.

According to him, law enforcement institutions must be allowed to operate independently and apply the law without favouritism, regardless of the political position of the complainant or the individuals involved.

He stressed that he was already a sitting Member of Parliament when the assault occurred and was therefore not an ordinary citizen seeking attention over a private dispute.

The minister maintained that his decision to refrain from exerting pressure on the police reflected his belief in the independence of state institutions and the need for the investigative and judicial processes to take their course.

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