Chairman of the committee investigating the violent altercation during the January 30, ministerial vetting, Emmanuel Bedzrah, has warned that constitutional provisions will be applied if Minority Members of Parliament on the Appointments Committee refuse to participate in the inquiry.

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Mr Bedzrah, who also serves as the MP for Ho West, expressed disappointment over the absence of the Minority Caucus in the proceedings. He dismissed allegations of bias against him, asserting that the committee's work has been transparent and fair.

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“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,” Bedzrah emphasized.

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His remarks come amid mounting calls from the Minority for his removal as chairman, citing concerns over partiality and conflict of interest. The Minority insists that Bedzrah’s public statements suggest a predisposition that could compromise the committee’s findings.

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Committee member Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi, addressing the media, underscored the need for an impartial investigation, suggesting that the committee be reconstituted to preserve its credibility.

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Speaker Alban Bagbin set up the investigative committee to unravel the circumstances that led to the disorder during the vetting process. Tensions flared following disagreements between the Majority and Minority over the scheduling of the vetting, culminating in heated exchanges and the destruction of property.

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The committee comprises Emmanuel Bedzrah as chair, alongside Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi, Gizella Akushika Tetteh-Agbotui, Abena Osei Asare, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Vincent Oppong Asamoah, and Bede Anwataazuma Ziedeng. With the Minority yet to participate, the committee’s next steps remain uncertain as it presses forward with its mandate.

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