“You sit there and allow people to speak anyhow”- First Lady fires
A video capturing a tense moment between Ghana’s First Lady, Rebecca Akufo-Addo, and Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has sparked widespread discussion online. In the footage, the First Lady is seen visibly upset, refusing a hand gesture from the Speaker during a public event.
Her words, subtly captured in the video, add context to her reaction: “You sit there and allow people to speak anyhow.” While the specifics of her grievance remain unclear, the moment has fueled debates about decorum and mutual respect among Ghana’s political figures.
Public opinion is divided, with some supporting her response as a call for accountability, while others argue such matters should be handled discreetly to preserve the dignity of public offices.
Neither the Office of the First Lady nor the Speaker of Parliament has released an official statement addressing the incident, leaving many to speculate about its underlying cause.
The video continues to trend, prompting broader conversations about respect and protocol in Ghanaian politics.
