Minority challenges Attorney-General over discontinuation of UniBank prosecution
Accra, Monday, July 28, 2025 — The Parliament of Ghana resumed sitting today for its Thirty-Ninth Sitting of the Second Meeting with significant developments ranging from policy discussions to legal controversies.
In a statement to the House, Minority Leader and MP for Effutu, Hon. Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, called attention to the rising public health threat posed by Hepatitis B in Ghana. He urged the government to invest in public education, national screening exercises, and increased access to early treatment to curb the spread and consequences of the disease.
The House also took time to pay tribute to Ghanaian highlife music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, who passed away recently. In heartfelt statements, MPs Akwasi Konadu (Manhyia North) and Adelaide Ntim (Nsuta Kwamang Beposu) eulogized the late artist, citing his timeless contribution to Ghanaian music, culture, and national identity. Members observed a moment of silence in his honour.
In legislative business, the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Hon. Agness Naa Momo Lartey, officially withdrew the Social Protection Bill, 2025 from the House. A revised version of the bill has since been introduced, with expectations of renewed debate in the coming days.
Meanwhile, Parliament has begun debating the Mid-Year Review of the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, which was presented by the Minister for Finance last week. The review outlines adjustments to revenue and expenditure forecasts, with Members from both the Majority and Minority sides expected to contribute to the debate before final approval is granted.
Outside the Chamber, controversy stirred as the Minority Caucus held a press conference to voice strong opposition to the Attorney-General’s decision to discontinue the criminal prosecution of former UniBank CEO, Dr. Kwabena Duffour, and seven others. The Attorney-General recently entered a nolle prosequi, effectively ending the high-profile trial.
Describing the decision as “legally unsound and morally indefensible,” the Minority questioned the legal basis for the move and called for full public disclosure on the rationale behind the action. They hinted at the possibility of challenging the decision in court.
As Parliament continues its business in the days ahead, these matters are expected to dominate both the legislative agenda and public discourse.
Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com
