John Dumelo, the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has voiced his disagreement with the use of sirens on vehicles by MPs to facilitate their transportation while performing their duties.
In a video that has garnered significant attention, Mr. Dumelo shared his viewpoint, emphasizing that although sirens can help with mobility, he personally does not find them essential for his role as an MP.
“I was with him in parliament for orientation, but I just left. A Plus says we need sirens, maybe that’s his opinion, but personally, I don’t think I need a siren,” he said, referring to comments made by his colleague, Kwame Obeng Asare, popularly known as A Plus.
The MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon recognized that the topic has ignited a prolonged discussion among fellow lawmakers, with a faction supporting the use of sirens.
Nevertheless, he reaffirmed his own stance against this perspective.
“I understand that some may feel differently, and this debate has persisted for quite a while, but I personally don’t agree,”
he stated. The controversy surrounding the allowance of sirens for MPs’ travel remains divisive, with proponents claiming it increases efficiency in fulfilling their responsibilities, while opponents consider it superfluous and disruptive.
Source: Graphic Online