Lifestyle must no be questioned during Appointment Committee sitting
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has defended the Appointments Committee’s approach to vetting nominees, stating that it is not the right platform for investigating personal finances or lifestyle choices.
He addressed concerns raised about a nominee’s residence and income, saying, “If you think someone is living above their means, report them to the Special Prosecutor, EOCO, or the GRA.
It’s not Parliament’s job to question how people pay their rent,” he said in an interview on GBC’s Breakfast show.
Ayariga emphasized that every nominee is subjected to tax clearance and security checks before vetting.
“Once a nominee provides tax clearance and a security report, our work is done. If further investigation is needed, it should be handled by the appropriate agencies,” he said.
He acknowledged the need for stronger institutions to tackle corruption but maintained that Parliament’s role in vetting should remain focused on qualifications and competence.
