Accra, Ghana – Social media activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has clarified that his recent social media post regarding bribery allegations was not intended to accuse Parliament’s Appointments Committee of corruption.
Following public and political scrutiny of his post, which many interpreted as an accusation against the Committee, Barker-Vormawor, through his legal counsel Nana Ato Dadzie, clarified his remarks during an appearance before the Appointments Committee on Wednesday, January 29th.
Barker-Vormawor’s post, which mentioned ministerial appointees paying monies to the Appointments Committee, sparked widespread speculation and criticism.
However, Nana Ato Dadzie explained to the Committee that the post was not directed at its members but rather aimed to raise broader concerns about transparency and ethical governance.
“The point of that statement is that it was not directed at the Appointments Committee in any way,” Dadzie said. “It was only intended to expose certain matters that had come to his notice—acts that some people were apparently engaging in, which may not enhance transparency.”
Dadzie further emphasized that the post had a double meaning and should not be interpreted as a direct indictment of the Committee’s work. He described it as an attempt to highlight unethical practices within Ghana’s political landscape.
“It was never his intention to disparage the Appointments Committee, and one can clearly say that the statement has a double meaning. If anything, it was a statement from a whistleblower indicating that certain things are happening,” he added.
