Alexander Afenyo-Markin
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused President John Mahama of using the justice system as a tool for political persecution rather than governance.
Speaking during his turn of the debate on the 2025 Budget Statement yesterday, he asserted that the ruling government is deliberately targeting its opponents instead of addressing the pressing issues facing the nation.
“You can arrest all of us, but we will remain resolute. No amount of intimidation will break our spirit. In 2028, we will defeat you and restore true governance to this country,” he declared.
Mr. Afenyo-Markin warned that the current government’s focus on persecuting political rivals rather than pursuing national development would lead to its downfall.
“A government that prioritises persecution over progress is bound to fail. Ghanaians are watching, and they will decide in 2028,” he cautioned.
He further urged his fellow opposition members to remain steadfast, emphasising that they should not be deterred by what he described as “politically motivated arrests.”
The Minority Leader also accused the government of bias in handling legal matters involving former officials, arguing that the justice system is being weaponised against dissenting voices.
“All you know is persecution. Instead of focusing on the economy and the welfare of Ghanaians, you have chosen to hunt down political opponents,” he remarked.
He stressed that justice must be pursued without malice or political interference, warning that any attempt to manipulate legal institutions for political gain threatens the country’s democratic principles.
“Justice must be pursued without malice or political interference. What we are witnessing is a clear attempt to weaponise state institutions against those who disagree with the government,” Mr. Afenyo-Markin stated.
He declared the Minority’s resolution to continue the fight for a fair and just governance system.
By Ernest Kofi Adu, Parliament House