Flights saga: Investigative Committee Could Have Averted Political Tension – Prof. Appiagyei

Prof. Kwadwo Appiagyei Atuah, a Law lecturer at the University of Ghana, believes that the recent political controversy involving Rev. Ntim Fordjour could have been avoided if a parliamentary investigative committee had been established.

Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show, Prof. Atuah stated that the appropriate way to address the serious allegations—reportedly involving contraband—was through a structured parliamentary inquiry rather than public or intelligence-led action.

According to him, forming a committee would have ensured a more transparent and orderly investigation, reducing the risk of unnecessary public drama and heightened political tension.

“The right approach would have been for a committee to handle the inquiry involving Rev. Ntim,” he said, adding that the government should have adhered to proper parliamentary protocols.

He also remarked that while Rev. Ntim’s press conference brought the issue into public view, it was not a substitute for a formal parliamentary process.

“A press briefing does not take the matter out of Parliament’s jurisdiction. The National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) should not have assumed control of the investigation,” he added.

Prof. Atuah criticized the NIB’s reported actions, including a raid on Rev. Ntim’s residence over allegations of trafficking and money laundering, describing them as unnecessary and inflammatory.

He stressed that following due parliamentary process could have led to a calmer resolution, with Rev. Ntim and other key individuals being invited to testify before a committee, avoiding the political drama that has since unfolded.

In conclusion, Prof. Atuah emphasized that the situation could have been handled with greater professionalism, thereby preventing the current public uproar.