Parliament questions legality, necessity of Manhyia South MP’s continued detention by EOCO

It urged all institutions involved in the matter to act strictly in accordance with the Constitution, the law and court orders, while respecting the rights of the MP and avoiding unnecessary interference with the constitutional work of Parliament.

Parliament said it would examine the constitutional and statutory framework governing such matters and, where necessary, consider legislation to ensure that accountability, due process and the rule of law coexist with parliamentary independence and the effective functioning of the Legislature.

Parliament has raised concerns over the legality and necessity of the continued detention of Manhyia South Member of Parliament, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), saying any decision to keep him in custody after he voluntarily presented himself to investigators must have a clear basis in law.