Former radio host Blakk Rasta has been referred to the Bar of Parliament for his contemptuous comments made against the legislature.
He alleged that over 80% of Members of Parliament use Marijuana, a statement which was seen as an affront to the body of law makers. He was summoned to appear before the Privileges Committee to explain himself.
The Privileges Committee having heard him concluded that Blakk Rasta did not show any sign of remorse prior to appearing before them, but that it was only after his own voice was played back to him that he and his lawyer begun to show regret and apologized.
The committee was of the view that the apology came way too late and that he needed to be sanctioned to serve as a deterrent to other people.
Kasapafmonline.com’s reporter in Parliament Stephen Odoi Larbi, reports that Members of the House who commented on the matter commended the committee for coming up with such recommendation, noting that freedom of speech should come with responsibility.
Below is an extract from the Privileges Committee’s report.
By:Kasapafmonline.com/Ghana
