APNU+AFC MP Cathy Hughes is now the subject of an investigation by the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) in relation to an incendiary social media post
In a statement yesterday, the ERC said that it has immediately commenced an investigation, having been made aware of a social media post “calling for an undesirable and dangerous action which can potentially impact negatively on ethnic relations”.
It said that the post purportedly emanated from the former Minister of Public Telecommunications.
As part of the investigative process, it said that Hughes was asked to provide an explanation.
“She disassociated herself from the post in question and indicated that her social media comments on another matter were doctored to derive the post that led to much concern”, the ERC said.
The ERC said it will continue its investigation to first ascertain the authenticity of the post and then decide on any action that may be deemed necessary.
“Having only yesterday (December 15) concluded the first round of a national conversation on how ethnic relations can be improved, the Commission reiterates that any form of incitement or race hate, has no place in our society and encourages all to refrain and be responsible when making public comments”, the ERC said.
