The Minority in Parliament says it is preparing to petition the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) over what it believes could be a conflict of interest involving President John Dramani Mahama.

At the centre of the concern is the President’s continued use of a private jet owned by his brother, Ibrahim Mahama. The Minority argues that the arrangement raises constitutional questions and could affect public confidence in the presidency.

Addressing a press conference on Thursday, March 26, the Minority Spokesperson on Lands and Natural Resources, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, said the caucus is working with civil society groups and other stakeholders to file a joint petition before CHRAJ.

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“The Minority is formally considering a joint petition with civil society organisations, professional bodies, and concerned citizens… on both the private jet arrangements and the Damang mine process as two manifestations of the same constitutional breach,” he stated.

He insisted that the President should halt the use of the aircraft for official duties, especially in situations where businesses linked to Ibrahim Mahama are involved in state dealings.

“On the private jet, the President must immediately cease using his brother’s aircraft for official travel, for as long as Ibrahim Mahama’s companies hold, seek, or are in negotiation for any state contract, concession, or mineral rights,” he said.

Ampratwum-Sarpong also called for full transparency around the arrangement, urging the presidency to disclose details of all such travel.

“The presidency must publish a full accounting of all travel on Ibrahim Mahama’s aircraft since January 2025, including dates, destinations, total cost borne by the state, and the estimated market value of services provided without charge,” he added.

The Minority says it will formally refer the matter to CHRAJ under Article 287 of the Constitution, seeking clarity on whether the situation breaches Article 284 and the President’s code of conduct.

It also linked the issue to concerns about the Damang mine process, alleging possible irregularities and calling for a suspension of the process until further review is carried out.

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