Ghanaian Minority's Dramatic Protest: Parliament Boycott and March to EOCO

Ghanaian Minority MPs Boycott Parliament, March to EOCO in Protest Accra, Ghana – In a dramatic display of political protest, members of Ghana's Minority Caucus boycotted parliament today and staged a march to the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO). Their action follows the arrest of their chairman, Charles Wontumi, sparking concerns about due process and political tensions. The protest began with a press conference outside parliament. A spokesperson for the Minority, addressing the assembled media, stated, "We are protesting and will not be part of deliberations on the floor. We are walking straight to EOCO in solidarity with our chairman. Enough is enough." The statement highlighted the Minority’s belief that Wontumi's arrest was unjust and an abuse of power. The march to EOCO was heavily covered by media outlets, underscoring the significance of the event. The visuals of the large group of MPs walking together conveyed a strong message of unity and defiance. The protest raises questions about the balance of power in Ghana's political system and the future of political discourse in the country. The event's peaceful nature, despite its intensity, offers a glimmer of hope for a constructive resolution to the underlying political issues.