Mahama Petitioned Over Alleged Sexually Offensive Remarks by Ashanti Regional Minister
The Presidency has received a petition from Barbara Twum and Jennifer Owusu, two citizens, over claims that Dr Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, made sexually demeaning and misogynistic comments directed at ex-National Youth Authority Deputy CEO Akosua Manu (Kozie).
The petitioners are calling for disciplinary action, which they say could include a formal reprimand or dismissal from office.
In a petition dated June 9, 2026, and submitted to the Executive Secretary at Jubilee House, the petitioners urged the President to invoke Section 6 of the Presidential Code of Conduct and Ethics (2025) to investigate and act on what they describe as a serious breach of ministerial standards.
“The petition concerns serious breaches of the Presidential Code of Conduct and Ethics (2025) by Dr Frank Amoakohene arising from sexually offensive and misogynistic remarks published on social media,” the document states.
At the centre of the complaint is an alleged Facebook post attributed to the minister, which the petition quotes as: “Akosua Kumaa, wokon do anaa? You want to have a taste of it?”
According to the petitioners, the statement was “sexually explicit, vulgar, and gender-demeaning,” and was directed at Ms Manu.
They further argue that the language amounts to sexual harassment and is incompatible with the dignity expected of a public official, describing it as “a deliberate, crude, and sexually suggestive reference” that cannot be interpreted in any benign context.
The petitioners also contend that the conduct violates multiple provisions of the Code, including requirements on civility, dignity, professionalism, and the obligation of public officials to treat all citizens with respect, particularly women.
“The phrase ‘You want to have a taste of it?’ is a direct sexual solicitation… This constitutes sexual harassment,” the petition states, adding that it creates “an environment of fear, hostility and degradation for women.”
Beyond internal ethics rules, the petition also cites constitutional principles, arguing that the alleged conduct undermines equality protections and the state’s obligation to promote women’s participation in national development.
Source: CNR
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