Trades Minister Adansi Asokwa MP KT Hammond has been responding to public concerns surrounding an alleged altercation in Parliament on December 22, 2023, denying claims that he violently attacked Nsawam/Adoagyiri MP and Majority Chief Whip Frank Annoh Dompreh.
The incident sparked mixed reactions after a video circulated online, with some accusing Mr Hammond of aggressive behaviour toward his colleague lawmaker.
Speaking from his residence in Adansi Asokwa, Mr Hammond addressed the issue, asserting that he has been taken out of context and expressing frustration at the misrepresentation of his action.
He also highlighted his close relationship with Annoh-Dompreh describing the accusation of violence against a fellow parliamentarian as unfounded.
“I only made some gesticulations towards him to allow me to make my point regardless of the time constraints. Parliament had spent the whole day discussing other issues so why was I distracted from making my point to wind up the business of the day”.
“I never slapped him. Why will I slap a colleague Member of Parliament. Have you seen me fighting anybody in Parliament as the others did during voting for the Speaker of Parliament and other violent scenes in the house? “, Hammond quizzed.
Meanwhile, the Minister has re-entered the NPP Parliamentary primary contest in the Adansi-Asokwa constituency. Mr Hammond first entered Parliament in 2001 and currently serving his 6th term.
He is facing competition from three other aspirants who have already filed their nominations in his attempt to go for a 7th term.
They are Sammy Binfo Darkwa, Kwabena Asamoah and Dr. Boakye Acheampong.
Sounding optimistic, K.T. Hammond said he is responding to calls from his constituents to seek another term judging by his good works.
SOURCE: DAILY MAIL GH
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