GFL boss urges legal action against Assin South MP over drug allegations involving AirMed

The Secretary-General of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL), Mr. Abraham Koomson, has made a call to action. He urged U.S.-based air ambulance operator AirMed International to sue Rev. John Ntim Fordjour. Fordjour is a Member of Parliament for Assin South Constituency. Koomson described Fordjour's allegations as baseless and damaging.

Recently, Rev. Fordjour claimed that two aircraft landed in Ghana between March 20 and 25, 2025. He alleged that an AirMed International flight and a Cavok Air Antonov AN-12B were carrying cocaine and large sums of cash. He called for an urgent investigation into these claims.

In response, President John Dramani Mahama directed National Security to investigate the matter with the MP's help. This was despite the lack of evidence supporting Fordjour's allegations.

Speaking to journalists in Tema, Mr. Koomson condemned these claims strongly. He said they are part of a political smear campaign by the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP). This campaign aims to discredit the NDC-led government and undermine President Mahama’s achievements.

Koomson stated, “Rev. Ntim Fordjour is trying to emulate Okudzeto Ablakwa.” However, he noted that unlike Ablakwa, who provides documented facts, Fordjour has no credible evidence.

He urged AirMed International and other affected parties to take legal action against both the MP and the Minority Caucus. This would help protect their reputations and business interests.

Mr. Koomson also called on Ghana’s security agencies to act firmly against "disruptive elements" within the NPP. He warned that such tactics could destabilize the country and threaten future elections for the NDC if unchecked.

Meanwhile, AirMed International issued a strong denial regarding any illegal activities. In a statement to EIB Network's Joshua Kodjo Mensah, they clarified their aircraft made a routine fuel stop at Kotoka International Airport on March 20, 2025.

This stop was during a scheduled patient transport mission from the United States. The aircraft experienced mechanical issues with two blown tires that temporarily grounded it. No patients were onboard during this stopover.

A second aircraft was sent later with parts and maintenance personnel for repairs. AirMed emphasized that this stop was procedural and expressed concern over reputational harm from unsubstantiated allegations.

The GFL also questioned the timing behind these accusations. They echoed calls for authorities to act swiftly against those using false claims to destabilize governance in Ghana’s polarized political environment.