The Member of Parliament for Akrofuom, Joseph Azumah, has revealed that MPs in government face more pressure from their constituents compared to those in opposition, particularly on issues like security recruitment.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, following the government’s announcement of an increase in ongoing security recruitment, he explained that constituent expectations heavily influence the level of pressure MPs experience.
According to him, while MPs from both sides of Parliament receive demands, those in opposition often have an excuse, as their party is not in power and they have fewer parliamentary numbers.
“Today, the pressure on us as MPs is very high, but those of us in government face it more because people believe we have the power to help them,” he said.
He added that the situation has intensified following the announcement of increased recruitment, with more constituents now seeking assistance.
Azumah also acknowledged that part of the problem arises from promises made by politicians during campaigns, which raise expectations among constituents.
“The problem is not always from the people; sometimes it comes from us as MPs because of what we say during campaigns,” he noted.
He disclosed that he currently has about 500 applicants from his constituency expecting him to assist them in securing positions in the security services.
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