Former Attorney General, Martin Amidu, has expressed doubts about the proposed two-day emergency recall of Parliament suggested by Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin.

Amidu described the call as "insulting to the electorate" and unnecessary, considering the elections are just around the corner on December 7.

In a memorandum dated November 22, 2024, Afenyo-Markin requested the Speaker of Parliament to reconvene on November 28 and 29, 2024, to address urgent matters, a move that has drawn skepticism from Amidu.The former Special Prosecutor did not hold back, criticizing the proposed recall as an attempt to "rush through and force important matters upon Ghanaians."

He raised concerns about the feasibility of holding such a session, pointing out that many Members of Parliament (MPs) are focused on their election campaigns, which are crucial to their political futures.Mr. Amidu questioned the rationale behind interrupting election campaigns, wondering what benefit could possibly come from disrupting the efforts of MPs who are actively campaigning, especially when those not in Parliament will continue their canvassing in the MPs' absence.

“One wonders what useful purpose would be served to break those electioneering campaigns,” Mr Amidu argued.

He further criticized the memorandum, accusing it of being insincere in its call for unity. Referring to the Majority Leader’s plea to "rise above partisan considerations," Mr. Amidu responded, stating that it was "insulting to the electorate" given the bitter and visible acrimony that characterized the 8th Parliament.

In his criticism, Mr. Amidu condemned both the timing and the intent behind the proposed recall, suggesting that it prioritizes the financial convenience of MPs rather than serving the broader national interest.

“Convening Parliament for two days only may be convenient for the finances of Members of Parliament; otherwise, I see no rational reason for wasting the public purse just a few days before the 2024 elections.”

Mr. Amidu, reflecting on broader governance concerns, expressed disappointment over the lack of attention given to urgent national crises, such as the Bawku conflict in October 2024.

“The purposive government mismanagement of the Bawku crisis killing and maiming hundreds of citizens… is not even an agenda item for the Majority Leader,” he observed.