Habib Iddrisu and Ahiafor
During the vetting of the Deputy Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways, Alhassan Suhuyini, the Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, became visibly upset with Deputy Minority Chief Whip in Parliament, Habib Iddrisu, over certain questions raised.
Habib had inquired whether Alhassan Suhuyini felt disappointed for not being appointed as a substantive minister but rather as a deputy minister. However, before Suhuyini could respond, the chairman intervened and assertively overruled the question.
“Hon. Nominee, do not answer that question. Hon. Habib, your question is overruled. Ask another question,” Ahiafor stated firmly.
Acknowledging the chairman’s directive, Habib responded, “Chairman, I am guided.”
Meanwhile, after addressing questions about his vision and plans for the Ministry of Roads and Highways, the Tamale Central MP expressed his gratitude to the committee members by gifting them smocks, a signature attire of the Northern Region.
“In the spirit of accountability, permit me to announce that my revered chiefs have sent smocks for me to present to you on their behalf. The same will be provided for all committee members so that at your next sitting, perhaps, you will all be dressed in a Dagbon smock,” Suhuyini said with a smile.
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