Parliament has been engulfed in controversy following an intense standoff between Victoria Emeafa Hardcastle, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission, and Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Minority Chief Whip.
The incident, which has sparked bipartisan outrage, has now placed the spotlight on the sanctity of parliamentary authority and the consequences of public officials undermining legislative power.
The dispute erupted on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, when Hardcastle allegedly made derogatory remarks about Annoh-Dompreh's conduct, reportedly describing it as "silly".
This statement, seen as a blatant disregard for parliamentary dignity, has triggered strong reactions from MPs across the political divide.
