Ablakwa Threatens Striking Kenyan – Style Protests Against SSNIT Board

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament representing the North Tongu constituency, has issued a stern warning to take on the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) board with forceful protests resembling recent events in Kenya.

Ablakwa’s ultimatum stems from the planned sale of four hotels, sparking widespread opposition from various groups and individuals.

The MP, who recently led a demonstration alongside Organized Labour in Accra demanding a halt to the sale of hotels to Rock City – owned by Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong – now vows to escalate their resistance with even larger protests.

The standoff follows a rebuttal from SSNIT’s board chairperson, Elizabeth Akua Ohene, who refuted allegations raised by Ablakwa against the board and the Trust.

Despite facing criticism and opposition from Organized Labour, traditional leaders, youth groups, and concerned citizens, Ohene justified the sale of the four hotels, including the La Beach Hotel and La Palm Beach Resort.

In a bid to challenge potential corruption and ensure transparency, Ablakwa has not only made details of the transaction public but has also initiated a petition to the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) for further scrutiny.

In a recent address, Ablakwa emphasized the need for continued agitation against the hotel sale, emphasizing the reluctance of President Akufo-Addo to intervene despite the previous protest efforts.

Expressing disappointment in the board’s resistance to calls for presidential intervention, Ablakwa reiterated the importance of holding government officials accountable and ensuring public assets are safeguarded.

As tensions rise and opposition intensifies, the looming prospect of Kenyan-style demonstrations looms large, reflecting a growing discontent among Ghanaians regarding the controversial hotel sale.

With Labour steadfast in its opposition and the board chair’s defense sparking further debate, the battle over the fate of these hotels shows no signs of slowing down, prompting concerns over accountability and public trust in governance.