In an official statement released today, Hon. Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A-Plus and Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, has addressed a recent controversy stemming from a social media impersonation incident and his own comments directed at Attorney General Hon. Dr. Dominic Ayine.
The MP categorically denied making any allegations of corruption or theft against Dr. Ayine, stating that misleading claims circulating online were the result of a fraudulent Twitter (X) account impersonating him. “Although the account bears my name, photograph, and even a verification badge, it is not under my control,” A-Plus clarified. He noted that the proliferation of paid verification badges has made impersonation on the platform significantly easier.
He explained that his official stance on recent parliamentary matters, including the passage of the sanitation levy, can be found on his verified Facebook page, and urged the public to refer there for accurate information.
A-Plus further addressed Dr. Ayine’s comments at a press conference, where the Attorney General invited media scrutiny into an alleged scandal involving the National Service Secretariat (NSS). A-Plus unequivocally denied any involvement with the NSS or the alleged scandal, stating that he had never received any payments from the Secretariat or influenced any investigations.
He did, however, confirm having interacted with an individual accused in the matter in November 2024, offering the person a platform to share his side of the story in his capacity as a media personality and media company shareholder. A-Plus defended this action, stressing his belief that “every accused person deserves to be heard.”
Reflecting on his own response to Dr. Ayine’s press conference, which was published via Facebook, A-Plus admitted his tone and choice of words were “inappropriate.” As a sign of accountability, he formally retracted his comments, extended a public apology to Dr. Ayine, the general public, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and Parliament, and confirmed that the post in question had been deleted.
“I take full responsibility for my words and actions,” the MP stated. “As a Member of Parliament, a younger colleague, and a junior in the House, I sincerely apologize.”
He concluded by reiterating his support for the fight against corruption, emphasizing that it must be pursued with integrity, fairness, and mutual respect.
