Samuel Jinapor, the Member of Parliament for Damongo, has denied claims that he referred to Dr Zanetor Rawlings as the “daughter of a murderer” during a recent parliamentary session.

In a statement to the press, Jinapor rejected the allegations, insisting that the words attributed to him were false. “I do not speak in that manner; the words attributed to me are not mine,” he said, adding that anyone familiar with his public life would know that such language was not part of his vocabulary.

Jinapor further explained that he only became aware of the allegation after a video of the incident began circulating online the following morning. “I didn’t even know such words had been uttered. When the video was brought to my attention, I found it totally false. It cannot be correct,” he said.

The MP also clarified his approach to parliamentary debates, noting that he does not engage in cross-aisle exchanges and always seeks the Speaker’s recognition before speaking publicly.

On his relationship with the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, Jinapor expressed deep respect for the former leader. He recalled visiting Rawlings multiple times and seconding a tribute to him in Parliament after his passing. “When his children established a foundation for tree planting, I was the guest of honour,” Jinapor added.

The MP concluded by reaffirming his respect for the Rawlings family, emphasizing that he would never make such a remark about Dr Zanetor Rawlings. “It would not even cross my mind,” he said.

The controversy arose on Tuesday, February 4, when, during a speech by Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu on the floor of Parliament, a voice was heard saying, “Dr of a murderer sit down,” seemingly directed at Dr Zanetor Rawlings. The Minority Leader appeared visibly shocked by the comment, pausing his speech and turning with a look of disapproval.

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