Bail Application Filed for Detained MP Ohene Kwame Frimpong in Netherlands – Majority Chief Whip

Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor says lawyers for Ohene Kwame Frimpong, the detained MP, have successfully filed a bail application in a Dutch court. While speaking on PM Express on JoyNews, Mr Dafeamekpor said the application was lodged on Tuesday and lawyers had asked for a speedy hearing within the week. “So, the lawyers have successfully filed for his bail today. And so we are praying that they will be given a hearing sometime within the week,” he said.

Both Parliament and the government have supported the MP since his arrest and detention in Amsterdam, he said, adding that there have been ongoing discussions with the Foreign Affairs Ministry and Ghana’s Ambassador to The Hague to ensure appropriate support. “The government has also supported,” he said.

The Foreign Minister has been able to coordinate the work of our ambassador to The Hague to support and offer him every assistance. Leadership in Parliament has been in repeated contact with the MP’s family and legal team, also keeping a close eye on the case, Mr Dafeamekpor said. He urged Ghanaians to remain calm and support the detained legislator and his family. “We think that he will prevail with the bail application,” he expressed optimism.

The Majority Chief Whip added that giving the MP bail would allow him temporary freedom to continue his work while investigations continue. “He should have his interim freedom to be able to do his work. He will not evaporate and go anywhere,” he said.

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