“Clash Between Petroleum CEO and MP Sparks Outrage at Appointments Committee.
A heated altercation erupted between the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Petroleum Commission, Emeafa Hardcastle, and the Member of Parliament (MP) for Nsawam Adoagyir, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, during a sitting of the Appointments Committee on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
The incident, captured on video and shared by Channel One TV, has since gone viral, drawing public attention and sparking debates about decorum during parliamentary proceedings.
Though the root cause of the altercation remains unclear, tensions flared when Hardcastle allegedly referred to Annoh-Dompreh’s caucus as “micro.” This remark appeared to have irked the MP, who reportedly viewed it as a slight. In his response, the Minority Chief Whip warned that he would “take Hardcastle on.
Hardcastle, however, did not back down. She questioned the MP’s statement, saying, “You are threatening me that you will take me on because you are who? My friend don’t bring yourself.
This bold response reportedly intensified the situation, with other members of the Appointments Committee having to intervene to restore order.
The video of the exchange has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many questioning the appropriateness of such confrontations during official proceedings. Some have called for both parties to exercise restraint and maintain professionalism, while others believe the altercation reflects broader tensions within the political sphere.
As of now, neither the Petroleum Commission CEO nor the MP for Nsawam Adoagyir has issued an official statement addressing the incident. However, the matter has generated significant interest, with calls for the Appointments Committee to investigate and ensure such disruptions do not occur in the future.
The altercation between Emeafa Hardcastle and Frank Annoh-Dompreh highlights the need for mutual respect and decorum during parliamentary proceedings. It remains to be seen whether this incident will have any lasting implications for either party or the Appointments Committee as a whole.
This developing story will continue to attract attention as stakeholders await further clarification and possible resolutions.