Ningo-Prampram MP Samuel George has called for a thorough investigation into the incident where Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings was referred to as the “daughter of a murderer” during a parliamentary session.
He stressed the need for Parliament to set an example by identifying and sanctioning the culprit to uphold the integrity of the House.
In an interview on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, February 8, Sam George insisted that accountability is crucial and that Parliament must get to the root of the issue.
“This is very easy to do if we are committed. I think Parliament must do this, and we must set an example,” he said.
The remark was made on Tuesday, February 4, while Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin was speaking on the floor of Parliament. A voice was heard saying, “Daughter of a murderer, sit down,” ostensibly referring to Dr. Zanetor Rawlings.
Sam George said he is aware of the section of the House from which the comment originated, specifically behind the Minority Leader. He urged Parliament to use available resources, including CCTV footage and forensic voice analysis, to identify the person responsible.
“The Marshals Department must produce the CCTV footage of the chamber. It would allow us to see because nobody could have made those comments without some kind of gesticulation,” he stated.
Meanwhile, the Member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Jinapor, has denied allegations that he made the remark.
Speaking to the press, Mr. Jinapor said such words are not in his nature and have been falsely attributed to him.
“I didn’t even know such words had been uttered. When the video was brought to my attention, I found it totally false. It cannot be correct,” he said.
He added that he does not engage in exchanges across the aisle during debates but rather seeks the Speaker’s recognition before making public statements.