During a press conference held on September 29 in Lomé, Togo's opposition deputy Kafui Adjamagbo-Johnson addressed growing calls for her resignation following a recent ruling by the ECOWAS Court of Justice. The court deemed Togo's 2024 constitutional reform unconstitutional. Adjamagbo-Johnson, a member of the Dynamique pour la majorité du peuple (DMP), acknowledged the demands but emphasized that a decision to resign must be guided by effectiveness, not just symbolic force.
Adjamagbo-Johnson highlighted her role as a deputy, citing her ability to question the government, access institutions, and engage in dialogue with international partners. With only five opposition seats in the 113-member parliament, she stressed the importance of utilizing her position to push for change. The DMP holds one of these seats, alongside the ADDI, ANC, and FDR.
The deputy revealed that she has actively engaged with various stakeholders, including the ECOWAS, African Union, UN, diplomatic representations, human rights organizations, financial institutions, and religious authorities. She also referenced a proposed resolution (n° 3111) on Togo, introduced to the French National Assembly by an ecologist deputy, which has garnered significant support.
Adjamagbo-Johnson provided an overview of her legislative work since early 2026. On April 7, she boycotted the opening session of parliament to protest the alleged anomalies of the 5th Republic. She also defended concerns raised by associations regarding a proposed law on freedom of association, which was not scheduled for plenary discussion.
The deputy expressed frustration with the government's lack of response to her questions, citing instances where her oral and written inquiries went unanswered. These questions covered topics such as the Sentinelles du peuple, Laté-Kopé, Office togolais des recettes, and the rising cost of fuel.
Adjamagbo-Johnson also highlighted instances where she faced obstacles, including a significant police presence at a meeting in Tokoin on January 31 and the reconduction of a delegation at the borders of the Savanes region during a control mission to Dapaong. On July 3, DMP deputies visited areas affected by floods in the Grand Lomé.
The press conference took place at the Convention démocratique des peuples africains (CDPA) headquarters, exactly two years after the alleged aggression against Senegalese deputy Guy Marius Sagna. Adjamagbo-Johnson urged the government to respond to pending questions and invited citizens to mobilize around opposition calls.
Key points
- Kafui Adjamagbo-Johnson refuses to resign from parliament despite ECOWAS ruling.
- Deputy highlights her legislative work and engagement with international stakeholders.
- Adjamagbo-Johnson expresses frustration with government's lack of response to her questions.
