Dr. Stephen Amoah, a Member of Parliament (MP) in Ghana, has confirmed that he drew a firearm during a heated confrontation with local youth in Atasemanso, stating that his actions were motivated by self-defense. The MP explained in an interview with #3NewsGH that he felt his life was in imminent danger during the incident.
“My life was at risk,” Dr. Amoah said. “I had to defend myself. Even Jesus Christ would act if someone pulled a gun on him.” While Dr. Amoah did not provide full details of the altercation, he emphasized that his response was essential for his protection.
The altercation took place in Atasemanso, a busy area, where such incidents tend to attract significant public attention. Witnesses reportedly saw the MP with the firearm, which has sparked a broad range of public reactions. Some supporters have backed his decision to defend himself, while others have raised concerns about the appropriateness of using a gun in such a situation.
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One social media user questioned, “We understand that he felt threatened, but is pulling a gun the right way to handle such things?”
This incident has ignited discussions on firearm use among public figures in Ghana, with many wondering whether such actions send the right message to the public. As of now, authorities have not issued an official statement regarding the matter, and it remains uncertain if an investigation will take place.
Despite the controversy, Dr. Amoah has stood by his decision, asserting that his actions were justified. “If someone pulls a gun on you, what do you do? You cannot just stand there and watch them attack you,” he added in the interview.
The public is closely following the situation, and questions remain about potential legal implications or changes to how public officials are expected to handle tense encounters in the future.
For now, Dr. Amoah maintains that his actions were a matter of survival. “It was a matter of life and death,” he concluded.
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