During a recent episode of JoyNews’ Newsfile, a fiery exchange erupted over explosive claims made by Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, the Member of Parliament for Assin South. The controversy centers on his allegations that two aircraft linked to drug trafficking and money laundering recently landed in Ghana before departing for Gran Canaria, Spain.

Sammy Gyamfi, National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), responded by calling for Rev. Fordjour’s immediate arrest. He insisted that the MP must be made to substantiate his allegations or face the legal consequences of spreading unverified claims. According to Gyamfi, such serious accusations against a sitting government cannot go unchallenged, especially if they turn out to be false. He emphasized that in other countries, similar actions could lead to blacklisting or criminal charges.

Gyamfi further argued that if Rev. Fordjour refuses to cooperate with the National Security’s invitation to explain the basis of his claims, legal action should be taken. “If he doesn’t honour the invitation and tries to hide behind parliamentary immunity, he will be arrested. Some of us will make sure of that,” Gyamfi declared, expressing strong dissatisfaction with what he sees as a reckless smear campaign against the government.

However, Rev. Fordjour stood his ground and defiantly challenged Gyamfi on live television. “Sammy, I dare you to call them to come and arrest me right here on the show,” he retorted, dismissing the threats and defending his comments as a call for transparency based on intelligence reports.

The debate stems from broader concerns raised by the Minority in Parliament, who have questioned the presence and activities of a private jet and an air ambulance in Ghana. These aircraft reportedly remained in the country for several days before leaving for Spain, prompting suspicions about their true purpose.

Rev. Fordjour alleged that the planes may have been transporting cocaine and large sums of U.S. dollars—claims that have sparked widespread debate and backlash. Government representatives, including Minister of State for Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu, have refuted the allegations, describing them as baseless and harmful misinformation lacking any form of evidence.

The situation has stirred public reactions, with some citizens criticizing Gyamfi’s call for arrest as an overreach, while others demand accountability from Fordjour for making serious accusations without proof. Critics have also raised concerns about the politicization of national security matters and the potential damage to Ghana’s international reputation if such issues are not handled carefully.

In the midst of the storm, the spotlight remains on whether Rev. Fordjour will back his claims with evidence—or whether this will escalate into a legal and political showdown.