The Interior Minister-Designate and Member of Parliament for Asawase, Muntaka Mohammed, has assured the Appointments Committee of his commitment to reviewing the security standards of President John Mahama’s private vehicle.
Speaking before the committee, he acknowledged his duty to ensure the president’s safety, emphasizing his intent to assess the alleged bulletproof $600,000 vehicle. “As the president’s representative at the Ministry of Interior, my responsibility is to ensure his security. Once this house approves our nomination and I join the team, these matters will be reviewed. If the vehicle doesn’t meet security standards, we will respectfully advise the president,” he said.
Muntaka further highlighted the president’s familiarity with security protocols, given his prior experience in the high office. However, he assured the committee that any necessary recommendations would be made after the review.
“The president is not new to the office and is likely aware of these security details. Nevertheless, once we assess the situation, any valuable advice will be provided,” he added.
His remarks were in response to a question posed by Jerry Ahmed Shaib, MP for Weija-Gbawe, regarding the vehicle’s security standards, which have been a topic of political discussion due to its reported $600,000 cost.