The Member of Parliament for Builsa South Dr. Clement Apaak has slammed President Akufo-Addo for disrespecting Parliament in his appointments to the Council of state.
He said the President has erred in going public for going public with some category of appointees on the 11-member Council of State list without consulting parliament.
He argued that article 89 clause 2(a) of the constitution, has made it clear for the President to consult with Parliament when appointing former Chief Justices, IGPs, Chiefs of Defence Staff to the council.
He said President Akufo-Addo ought to get it, the 8th Parliament of Ghana will not tolerate the hitherto culture of impunity from the executive.
He stressed the constitution says certain members of the Council of State must be appointed in consultation with Parliament. This we demand!
The legislator said the announcement on social media was shocking and unfortunate.
He demanded respect for the Speaker and parliament from the presidency in such matters.
Meanwhile, the Speaker has disclosed he was never consulted before the names were made public.
RT. Hon. Alban Bagbin consequently directed the presidency to comply with the dictates of the constitution relative to appointments to the Council of state.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com
