Amidu Issahaku Chinnia, the Member of Parliament for Sissala East Constituency has addressed allegations made by Maleek Basintale, the NDC’s Communications Officer.
In a discussion on GHOne TV with host Serwaa Amihere Basintale had accused Chinnia of engaging in state asset acquisitions under dubious circumstances.
Chinnia defended his actions, asserting, “There is no law in Ghana that says that buying a state asset is a crime. If there is any such law, let anybody point me to it.” He clarified that the land next to the minister’s bungalow, which he owns, was not state land but purchased from a University for Development Studies (UDS) lecturer.
Maleek Basintale challenged Chinnia on the purchase of the land where his radio and filling stations are situated, claiming they were government lands. Chinnia admitted to buying these lands but maintained that it was not a crime, emphasizing, “If it is a crime, at least you let me know.”
The MP further argued that acquiring state assets through proper procedures is lawful and not limited to government appointees. He cited historical precedents where NDC officials, including former President John Dramani Mahama, acquired state properties. “The NDC under Mills and Mahama sold the Atlantic Hotel, Star Hotel, and Continental Hotel. Ghacem Ghana Limited was sold by John Mahama and the NDC,” Chinnia asserted.
Chinnia criticized the NDC’s position, calling it hypocritical and inconsistent with their past actions. He stated, “If buying state assets means state capture, then the NDC has no moral right to make those claims.” He urged those who believe he committed a crime to provide evidence and pursue legal action.
The controversy has sparked debate over the ethics and legality of state asset acquisitions by government officials, highlighting ongoing political tensions in Ghana.
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/103.5FM/Emmanuel Mensah