The Minority in Parliament has indicated plans to petition the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) over what it describes as a potential conflict of interest involving President John Dramani Mahama.
The caucus argues that the President’s continued use of a private jet owned by his brother, Ibrahim Mahama, raises constitutional concerns and could erode public trust in the office of the presidency.
Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, March 26, the Minority Spokesperson on Lands and Natural Resources, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, said efforts are underway to collaborate with civil society organisations and other stakeholders to file a joint petition before CHRAJ.
“The Minority is formally considering a joint petition with civil society organisations, professional bodies, and concerned citizens… on both the private jet arrangements and the Damang mine process as two manifestations of the same constitutional breach,” he stated.
He maintained that the President should suspend the use of the aircraft for official duties, particularly where companies linked to Ibrahim Mahama are involved in state-related transactions.
“On the private jet, the President must immediately cease using his brother’s aircraft for official travel, for as long as Ibrahim Mahama’s companies hold, seek, or are in negotiation for any state contract, concession, or mineral rights,” he said.
Mr. Ampratwum-Sarpong also called for greater transparency regarding the arrangement, urging the presidency to make full disclosures.
“The presidency must publish a full accounting of all travel on Ibrahim Mahama’s aircraft since January 2025, including dates, destinations, total cost borne by the state, and the estimated market value of services provided without charge,” he added.
The Minority further revealed plans to formally refer the issue to CHRAJ under Article 287 of the Constitution to determine whether the arrangement breaches Article 284 as well as the President’s code of conduct.
The caucus also linked the matter to concerns surrounding the Damang mine process, alleging possible irregularities in procurement and calling for a suspension of the process pending further review.
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