The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has condemned the government for attempting to intimidate the minority over their concerns regarding the unexplained presence of two foreign aircraft in Ghana—AirMed flight N823AM and the Cavok Air Antonov An-12B.
The party has demanded transparency and accountability, insisting on a clear and satisfactory explanation regarding the missions of these aircraft in the country.
In a statement issued on April 6 and signed by the party’s Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagbah, the NPP expressed its dissatisfaction with the government’s response, led by Felix Kwakye Ofosu. The party described the government’s explanation as inadequate and defensive, believing it has only heightened public suspicion.
The NPP highlighted the unusual circumstances surrounding the aircraft, noting that both were reported to have developed faults while in Ghana. They argued that the government’s reluctance to provide clarity only reinforces suspicions of a fabricated narrative.
The party also pointed to the involvement of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, which has urged the Ghanaian government to investigate the missions of the flights.
The NPP has called for a detailed, professional response from the relevant security agencies regarding the cargo and purpose of the aircraft.
Furthermore, the party demanded updates on two significant drug trafficking cases—the $350 million cocaine bust in Cape Coast and the $150 million cocaine seizure in Sekondi, which allegedly involve a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). The NPP criticized the government’s silence on these cases, arguing that it undermines public trust, especially given the alleged involvement of a senior NDC member.
The statement also cautioned the government against trivializing issues related to drug trafficking and money laundering, stressing that these are matters of international significance.
The NPP warned that Ghana’s credibility and compliance with international obligations are at risk, and the perception of complicity or institutional failure could have serious consequences.
In conclusion, the NPP reaffirmed its commitment to holding the government accountable, asserting that Ghana deserves better leadership and greater transparency in addressing these critical issues.
