Emmanuel Bedzrah, the head of the committee probing the disturbances that erupted during the ministerial vetting on January 30, 2025, has rejected accusations from the Minority Caucus that he is biased.

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Addressing the issue, Bedzrah reaffirmed his neutrality, stating, “We are waiting for them to come and testify. I have not seen any accusation against me for being biased. I am not biased, you have all seen the work we have been doing.

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“We were even surprised that they didn’t show up. We are waiting for them on Monday, and if they fail to appear, we will invoke constitutional provisions as well as the standing orders”.

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His remarks come in response to demands from the Minority in Parliament for his removal, citing concerns over his impartiality and alleging a conflict of interest.

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Committee member Kwame Anyimadu Antwi stressed the need for a leadership reshuffle within the committee to maintain the integrity of the investigation.

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Speaker Alban Bagbin formed the committee, chaired by Bedzrah, who also serves as MP for Ho West, to examine the events leading to the vetting disruptions. The altercation arose from disagreements between the Majority and Minority over the scheduling of proceedings, escalating into a physical confrontation and damage to equipment.

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Other members of the investigative committee include Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi, Gizella Akushika Tetteh-Agbotui, Abena Osei Asare, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Vincent Oppong Asamoah, and Bede Anwataazuma Ziedeng.

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