Minority Chief Whip Calls for Immediate Government Briefing on Spate of Mysterious Killings
Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Minority Chief Whip in Parliament, has made an urgent plea for the Speaker to summon the Minister of Interior for a confidential briefing regarding a worrying increase in unexplained killings across the country. Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Friday, July 25, 2025, Annoh-Dompreh described the situation as deeply distressing and in need of swift government action.
Addressing fellow lawmakers, Annoh-Dompreh recounted the tragic stories of missing persons whose bodies have been discovered days after they disappeared. “It is very sad today. One of our colleagues shared a heartbreaking account about the killing of innocent citizens,” he said, visibly moved. He added, “We have been seeing reports of people going missing, and shortly after, their bodies are found. This is a grave national security concern, and I must be cautious in how I present this.”
The Minority Chief Whip called on the Speaker to use Order 60 of Parliamentary procedures to immediately invite the Interior Minister—and potentially the Minister of National Security—to hold a closed-door session with members of Parliament. This, he explained, would allow lawmakers to receive a comprehensive update on the situation and deliberate on possible responses in a secure environment.
“We urgently need the Minister for Interior, along with the national security officials, to meet with us privately, away from the public plenary,” Annoh-Dompreh urged. “The killings continue unabated. Just yesterday, two more incidents occurred in the Ashanti region. Today, more violence has been reported. This demands our immediate attention and action.”
He emphasized the value of involving Members of Parliament in this process, highlighting their unique role as representatives of diverse constituencies. Annoh-Dompreh stressed that MPs often have access to valuable on-the-ground intelligence that could aid national security operations and improve the government’s response to the crisis.
“As elected representatives, we carry information from our constituencies that could significantly support the efforts of the Interior Ministry and security agencies,” he noted. “We must not turn a blind eye to this situation. Our involvement is crucial if we are to effectively address this menace.”
Annoh-Dompreh’s appeal reflects growing concern among lawmakers and the public over the surge in mysterious deaths and disappearances, which have raised fears about security and the safety of ordinary citizens. The closed-door briefing he proposes is intended to provide Parliament with critical insights and enable it to contribute meaningfully to strategies aimed at curbing the violence.
He concluded by stressing that this is an issue Parliament cannot ignore. “This is a matter of national importance. We, as the people’s representatives, must demand answers and solutions. I sincerely hope the Speaker will act promptly and invite the Interior Minister to brief us in a closed session.”
The call for an urgent briefing comes amid mounting pressure on government institutions to address security challenges and restore public confidence in law enforcement agencies tasked with protecting citizens.
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