We have taken note of Hon. Samuel Nartey George's recent interview on JoyNews, where

he made certain pronouncements regarding the DSTV impasse in response to our press

release. We would like to put on record that the minority members on the Committee of

Communication and Information are not surprised by his stance, given his reputation for

arrogance, disrespect, and pomposity among well-meaning Ghanaians. As minority

members, we have been diligent in our committee work. The minority, indeed, wrote to the

chairman of the committee requesting for a meeting to address the DSTV impasse. It is

worth noting that the chairman, a majority member, is responsible for summoning

meetings, not members with concerns.

It is recalled that Hon. Samuel Nartey George once stated in a media encounter: "I will

meet the Ghana and South African team in my office, and I am clear in my mind that the

meeting will not come to an end without an agreed reduction in price. I have seen the

attempt by the South African management to say that when you buy a package, they should

upgrade you to the next one. We are grateful, but that is not what we want." It appears that

his stance has shifted. The question remains: who between him and the minority members

is incompetent?.

Our Demands:

1. The minister should inform every Ghanaian of his reason for changing his initial stance

on not accepting any upgrade but price reduction of not less than 30%.

2. The minister should account for the amount collected by the government from the

GH¢10,000 imposed on DSTV since its inception.

Regarding his insult on the minority, we will not request an apology from him because it

is a trait that is too expensive for him to afford.

We reiterate that the minority members on the committee are dedicated professionals who

take their responsibilities seriously and are always available for scheduled meetings.

SIGNED

HON. MATTHEW NYINDAM

RANKING MEMBER, COMMITTEE ON INFORMATION AND

COMMUNICATION.

Powered by Froala Editor