“Enough of the politics!” – Sam George slams Judiciary, promises NDC parliamentary takeover

Ningo Prampram MP, Samuel Nartey George, has reiterated the Minority Caucus’ determination to assume the majority position in Parliament on Tuesday, October 22, despite a Supreme Court ruling that stayed the execution of the Speaker’s declaration of four vacant parliamentary seats.

Speaking during a victory walk organized by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the North Tongu constituency, Sam George accused the judiciary of being influenced by political interests, specifically criticizing the Supreme Court’s recent decisions. He argued that these rulings reflect a shift away from judicial independence toward political manipulation.

“Take this recording to the Chief Justice that I said, I am now the vice chairman of the select committee on communication because I am part of the majority. Tell the judiciary that enough of the politics in our judiciary.

“The Supreme Court is a judicial wing not an extension of the NPP headquarters. The people of Ghana are fed up with the political decision and as a parliamentary caucus, we will stand up to defend the will of the people and defend their integrity and independence of parliament.

“But this defence is not going to only end on Tuesday. It starts from Tuesday till John Mahama is sworn in on January 7, 2025, and John Mahama needs a solid parliament. He needs men he can rely on.

He emphasized that this effort was crucial not only for the current parliamentary battle but also for securing a strong Parliament to support John Dramani Mahama if he is sworn in as President in January 2025.

Sam George called for support for dedicated parliamentarians like Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, praising his work and urging North Tongu constituents to re-elect him to ensure a solid legislative foundation for the NDC’s plans.

“Two days ago he was in my constituency and he told the people of Ningo Prampram that he needs parliamentarians. He needs them to vote for their MP and that is what I can tell you. In parliament today, 275 MPs, if you want to count even five are doing their job, your MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, is one of them.

“Let me tell you something. President Mahama needs a solid parliament. For President Mahama to be able to deliver their jobs. For President Mahama to be able to deliver on all the promises we have told you he needs to have a solid parliament.

“He needs people like Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa standing behind him in parliament. He needs Okudzeto Ablakwa. So my brothers and sisters of North Tongu on behalf of the NDC parliamentary caucus we say thank you for giving us Ablakwa. We ask you to bring him back for us,” he stated.