The Deputy Attorney General has refuted allegations made by the Minority Leader regarding the conduct of National Security operatives during the recent raid on the residence of former Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Ernest Yedu Addison.

In a Facebook post on Sunday morning, Justice Srem Sai accused Alexander Afenyo-Markin of abusing his parliamentary privileges by spreading falsehoods that have incited public disaffection.

“The Constitution grants MPs some protection against defamation suits. By the law literature, the purpose of this protection is to enhance the quality of GOOD FAITH parliamentary debate,” Justice Srem Sai wrote.

However, he argued that Afenyo-Markin had exploited this privilege irresponsibly.

“The protection is not a security for false or malicious commentary,” he added.

The Minority Leader, during a press conference on Thursday, March 20, alleged that National Security operatives who searched Dr Addison’s residence had engaged in misconduct, including stealing cash and valuables such as earrings and necklaces belonging to the former Governor’s wife.

However, Justice Srem Sai firmly dismissed these claims as fabrications.

“Sadly, an MP has chosen to abuse this protection by using the premises of Parliament to peddle malicious falsehood which has resulted in creating public disaffection and opprobrium for persons. That, clearly, defeats the purpose of the constitutional protection,” he stated.

He further clarified that Dr. Addison was fully aware of the legal proceedings and was not subjected to any undue distress during the operation.

“Dr. Addison had access to legal counsel and representation throughout the search,” he revealed, emphasizing that the operation was conducted strictly within legal bounds.

“The search was conducted in line with the terms of the court authorisation; and cordially.”

Justice Srem Sai hinted at potential repercussions for what he described as an abuse of parliamentary privilege.

“Such abuse of MPs’ constitutional protection will be corrected and remedied for the healthy growth of our democracy,” he cautioned, signalling possible legal or procedural measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

His rebuttal adds another layer to the ongoing controversy, intensifying the political and legal dimensions of the case.

The Minority Leader is yet to respond to these counterclaims, but Justice Srem Sai’s statement suggests that the government is prepared to take action against what it perceives as misinformation.