The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has accused the government of intimidating the Minority in Parliament following their concerns about the unexplained presence of two foreign aircraft, AirMed flight N823AM and a Cavok Air Antonov An-12B—within Ghana.
In a statement issued on April 6 and signed by the party’s Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagbah, the NPP called for full transparency and demanded a clear explanation about the purpose of the aircraft. The party expressed disappointment in the government’s response, led by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, describing it as defensive and unsatisfactory, which they argue has only intensified public suspicion.
The NPP also questioned the odd circumstances surrounding the planes, both of which reportedly developed technical faults while in Ghana. They claimed the government’s reluctance to provide detailed information appears to support a possibly fabricated narrative.
Furthermore, the party referenced the involvement of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, which has urged the government to investigate the aircrafts’ missions. The NPP has called on Ghana’s security agencies to provide a thorough, professional report on the nature and cargo of the flights.
In addition, the party demanded progress updates on two high-profile drug trafficking cases—the $350 million cocaine bust in Cape Coast and the $150 million seizure in Sekondi, which is allegedly linked to a National Democratic Congress (NDC) member. The NPP criticized the government for staying silent on these issues, warning that it damages public trust, especially if senior officials are implicated.
They cautioned the government against downplaying matters of drug trafficking and money laundering, stressing that such issues have international implications.
The NPP concluded by reaffirming its commitment to accountability, emphasizing that Ghana needs transparent leadership to safeguard its global reputation.
–
Story by: Cindy Selasi Humade | univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by: Kuuku Osei Baidoo
