Parliament

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has strongly criticised Members of Parliament (MPs) over what he described as excessive absenteeism during sittings, warning against incompetence and a failure to uphold the oath of office they swore to serve the nation faithfully. Addressing the House during proceedings on Tuesday, February 10, the Speaker expressed disappointment at the low turnout …

The Supreme Court has directed the Electoral Commission (EC) to suspend all activities and processes leading to the conduct of the Kpandai parliamentary rerun, pending the final determination of a case before the court. The directive effectively puts on hold the EC’s preparations for the rerun election until the legal issues surrounding the matter are fully resolved. When the case …

Parliament has passed the Road Traffic Amendment Bill 2025, paving the way for the legalisation of motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles for commercial transport across the country. The new legislation is also expected to enhance road safety by revising the permissible alcohol concentration levels for drivers in an effort to curb drunk-driving incidents and related accidents. According to lawmakers, the bill …

A fresh wave of political tension has erupted following the High Court’s order for a rerun of the Kpandai Parliamentary election, a decision that has sharply divided Parliament and heightened scrutiny on the Electoral Commission (EC). The ruling, delivered by Justice Maneul Bart-Plange Brew, found that the electoral irregularities uncovered in court were so widespread and severe that they could …

The Minority in Parliament is demanding the immediate withdrawal of a letter officially notifying the Electoral Commission (EC) that the Kpandai parliamentary seat has become vacant, following a High Court order for a rerun of the constituency’s election. Parliament formally notified the EC of the vacancy on Monday, December 8, 2025. The notice stemmed from a directive issued by the …

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has cited Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin for contempt and referred him to the Privileges Committee for further investigation. The Speaker’s decision follows a petition from Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, who accused Afenyo-Markin of defying a parliamentary resolution that excluded him from Ghana’s delegation to the ECOWAS Parliament. Presiding over proceedings on Thursday, November 27, Bagbin …

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has clarified that the Kpandai parliamentary seat cannot be declared vacant despite a High Court ruling that annulled the 2024 election results and directed the Electoral Commission (EC) to conduct a rerun within 30 days. Addressing the House on Thursday, November 27, Bagbin explained that although the High Court’s decision invalidates the declaration of Matthew …

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has issued a stern warning to members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus, cautioning that growing internal divisions are crippling the group’s ability to hold the government accountable effectively. Speaking during a tense caucus meeting on the 7th floor of Job 600 in Parliament on Thursday, November 13, 2025, Afenyo-Markin said the caucus was …

Parliament has approved the nomination of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as the new Chief Justice of Ghana, following a heated vetting process and an intense debate on the Appointments Committee’s report. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s vetting on Monday, November 10, was marked by a dramatic walkout by Minority Members of Parliament, who vehemently rejected his nomination. The Minority Caucus cited ongoing court cases …

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has strongly dismissed suggestions that the executive branch of government exerts control over his actions or influences the work of Parliament. Responding to remarks made by Asante-Akim Central MP, Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi, during Thursday’s parliamentary debate on the Appointments Committee’s report regarding Chief Justice nominee Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, Mr. Bagbin said …