NPP backs Afenyo-Markin’s push for answers over alleged GoldBod losses

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) says it fully supports Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin in the push for answers over the reported GH¢22 billion GoldBod losses. This comes following days of accusations and counter-accusations between the minority and CEO of Goldbod, Sammy Gyamfi, over who bears responsibility for the loss.

Speaking at a press briefing, NPP National Organiser Henry Nana Boakye said the party stands firmly behind the Minority Caucus and supports its efforts to obtain a full and transparent account of the reported losses.

Nana Boakye said the NPP's support extends to every member of the Minority Caucus, led by Alexander Afenyo-Markin, as they pursue the matter in Parliament.

He said, the party supports the questions being raised by the minority, as well as its demand for accountability from the state institution at the centre of the

According to him, the issue should not be treated simply as a matter of political rivalry, insisting that accountability for public resources was a national responsibility.

The NPP National Organiser said the party would continue to support the minority's efforts until all the questions surrounding the matter had been answered.

Nana Boakye also called on the minority leader and members of the caucus to use every available parliamentary mechanism to pursue the matter.

According to him, Parliament's role is to serve the interests of the Ghanaian people and ensure that public institutions are subjected to the necessary scrutiny.

He said the NPP would remain vigilant as the minority continues its efforts.

Source: Northwebonline.com