Kwaku Agyenim Boateng, Deputy Minister for Railways, has ignited a firestorm of controversy with his recent comments at the Kumasi Central Market. Addressing a gathering of traders and market women, he suggested that those struggling to cope with the country’s economic challenges should consider engaging in the sale of cocaine.
However, he hastily added a caveat, noting that Ghanaian laws prohibit the sale of cocaine. Despite this clarification, his remarks have been met with widespread condemnation and calls for his resignation. The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has vehemently denounced the deputy minister’s statement, characterizing it as “reckless” and “irresponsible.”
In a scathing response, the NDC asserted that Boateng’s comments betray a callous disregard for the welfare of Ghanaians and a singular focus on maintaining power.
The government has yet to issue a statement addressing the controversy.