Former National Security Minister Kofi Totobi Quakyi has strongly denied allegations made by Patricia Appiagyei, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Asokwa, accusing him of being involved in post-election violence.
Appiagyei, who raised the accusations in a press briefing, claimed that Totobi Quakyi and former National Security Coordinator Larry Gbevlo-Lartey, both of whom are linked to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), were responsible for orchestrating violent incidents following the 2024 General Elections.
Totobi Quakyi, in a statement released on January 6, 2025, categorically refuted these claims, calling them “categorically false, malicious, and baseless.”
He expressed deep disappointment, particularly given his long-standing commitment to Ghana’s peace and security. “For an Honorable Member of Parliament to make such wayward, irresponsible statements is deeply troubling,” he said.
He went on to highlight his decades of public service, especially as a former Minister for National Security, and reaffirmed his vested interest in maintaining the country’s stability.
Totobi Quakyi has referred the matter to the Inspector General of Police for an immediate investigation, expressing hope that the truth will soon be revealed.
Read the full statement below
Re: False and baseless allegations on Post-Election violence
My attention has been drawn to allegations by the NPP MP for Asokwa, Hon. Patricia Appiagyei, that I and another person are responsible for post-election violence in the country.
Her claims are categorically false, malicious, and baseless. For an Honorable Member of Parliament to make such wayward, irresponsible statements are deeply troubling and disappointing.
As a former Minister for National Security, I have a vested interest in Ghana’s peace and stability. My decades of public service attest to this commitment.
Hon. Appiagyei’s reckless accusations have grave implications for post-election unity and national cohesion.
In view of this, I have referred the matter to the Inspector General of Police for immediate investigation and look forward to appropriate steps being taken to ascertain the facts.
Kofi Totobi Quakyi
Former Minister for National Security
Accra.
January 6, 2025
