Yakubu Mohammed, the Ahafo Ano South East MP, has issued a statement apologising over his recent comments made to a schoolgirl during a visit by pupils of The Citasel School to Parliament.
According to the MP’s statement, his remarks were made in the context of the long-standing playful cultural relationship between the Mossi and Dagomba ethnic groups.
In a statement dated Friday, July 31, 2026, the MP Yakubu Mohammed explained, “My attention has been drawn to a video circulating on social media concerning a comment I made during a visit by pupils of The Citasel School in the Sagnarigu Constituency to Parliament House last week”.
“During the interaction, I described one of the basic school pupils as beautiful and stated that I would marry her when she grows up,” he said.
“I wish to clarify that the comment was made in the context of the long-standing playful cultural relationship between the Mossi and Dagomba ethnic groups. As a Mossi addressing members of the Dagomba community, my statement arose from the friendly and playful exchanges that have historically characterised the relationship between our two groups.
“The comment was not intended to cause harm, disrespect, embarrassment or cause discomfort to the pupil, her family, the school authorities, the Dagomba community or the general public,” he added.
“However, I fully acknowledge that, irrespective of my intention or the traditional context in which the statement was made, the comment was inappropriate because it involved a child.
“I sincerely regret my choice of words and render my unreserved and unqualified apology to the relevant authorities, the school authorities, the pupil, her parents and family, and the general public,” he stated.
“As a Member of Parliament, I recognise the responsibility attached to my words and public conduct. I remain firmly committed to protecting and respecting the dignity, welfare and rights of every child. I once again offer my sincere and unqualified apology,” the statement said.
Earlier, Yakubu Mohammed begged Ghanaians, issuing an unqualified apology following public criticism over comments he made to a primary school pupil during a recent visit to Parliament.
The Ahafo Ano South East MP recognised that his comments were unsuitable and admitted that his remarks caused discomfort to the child, her family, and members of the public, particularly women.
The legislator revealed he deeply regrets the incident and apologised to the pupil, her family, and the general public.
He further disclosed that he has begun efforts to contact the Member of Parliament for the constituency where the school is located to help facilitate a visit to the school.
According to the MP, he intends to formally apologise to the child and her family.
Yakubu Mohammed reiterated that he accepts responsibility for his actions and is committed to ensuring that a similar incident does not happen again.
Speaking to Citi News, Yakubu Mohammed stated, “It is something that I am truly sorry for, and I don’t think it will happen again. Irrespective of everything, I will be cautious”.
The development follows Yakubu Mohammed, who came under intense backlash on social media following his inappropriate remarks to a schoolgirl.
The NDC MP, speaking to some schoolchildren during their visit to parliament, was captured encouraging the children to study hard before singling out one young pupil with his disturbing and inappropriate statement.
In a viral video making rounds on social media, Yakubu Mohammed stated, “I am an MP in the Ashanti Region. I just want to encourage you all. I used to come here when I was schooling. I had a dream, and today I am standing here as an MP”.
The MP added, “What’s your name? You are very beautiful. When you grow up, I will marry you; she is my wife. In future, she will also be an MP”.
See the statement below:
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