Minority Leader in Parliament Alexander Afenyo-Markin has rejected claims that videos exist showing him engaging in conduct that could damage his reputation, embarrass his family or negatively affect the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
The Effutu Member of Parliament said he is not concerned about alleged compromising material, despite the growing level of public scrutiny faced by politicians in Ghana, particularly in the era of social media.
Afenyo-Markin Rejects Alleged Compromising Videos
Speaking on Monday, August 31, 2026, Afenyo-Markin dismissed suggestions that there are videos that could be used against him.
The NPP Minority Leader made the comments when members of Asafo Companies One and Two from Effutu visited him at his residence in Accra to show their solidarity.
Afenyo-Markin maintained that there is no video showing him engaging in behaviour that would bring embarrassment to himself, his family or the NPP.
He noted that the rise of social media has transformed Ghana’s political environment, making politicians increasingly vulnerable to public criticism, commentary and allegations.
Afenyo-Markin and Sammy Gyamfi Dispute
The comments come amid an ongoing public dispute between Alexander Afenyo-Markin and GoldBod Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi.
Sammy Gyamfi has accused the Minority Leader of being an “extortionist” and alleged that Afenyo-Markin attempted to put pressure on the state-owned gold trading company.
Afenyo-Markin has strongly denied the allegations and has taken legal action against Sammy Gyamfi and three other individuals, accusing them of making statements he considers defamatory.
The dispute has generated significant public interest and become one of the latest political controversies attracting attention on social media and within Ghana’s political space.
Afenyo-Markin Speaks on Social Media Scrutiny
Reflecting on the controversy, the Minority Leader acknowledged that social media has significantly changed political discourse in Ghana.
He said politicians must recognise that public criticism, allegations and commentary are increasingly part of political life in the digital age.
Afenyo-Markin stressed that public officials must be prepared to face scrutiny as social media platforms continue to influence political discussions and public opinion.
The latest comments are expected to keep attention focused on the ongoing Afenyo-Markin-Sammy Gyamfi dispute, the defamation allegations and the broader debate about social media, political accountability and public scrutiny in Ghana.
Source: newsthemegh.com