Tensions in Ghana’s political landscape escalated on April 9, 2025, after armed operatives allegedly from the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) attempted to arrest Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, the Member of Parliament for Assin South.
The MP’s recent allegations regarding alleged cocaine shipments through Kotoka International Airport have ignited a political firestorm, with many within the opposition viewing the move as a politically motivated attack.
In response to the attempted raid, former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia made a strong statement condemning what he referred to as political persecution.
“Last night, following the attempted raid by some alleged officials of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), I visited Hon. Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, MP for Assin South and Ranking Member of Parliamentary Select Committee on Defence and Interior,” Dr. Bawumia said in a statement.
He reassured the public that Rev. Fordjour was “in high spirits and undaunted” despite the intimidating nature of the incident.
Dr. Bawumia called for calm among the New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters, urging them to “remain calm, steadfast, and law-abiding” during this period of heightened political tension.
He also reiterated his earlier request to President John Dramani Mahama, urging the government to restrain its security operatives.
