Tag Archives: Parliament

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has revealed Parliament’s intention to pursue legal action seeking clarification on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s decision not to sign certain bills passed by the House. Last year, President Akufo-Addo declined to give his assent to the Criminal Offences Bill …

In a surprising turn of events, eighteen Members of Parliament (MPs) hailing from the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) Majority Caucus have declared their intent not to seek reelection in the upcoming parliamentary elections slated for 2024. This voluntary departure has stirred significant deliberation and speculation regarding the future direction …

In a move to address the pressing issue of traffic congestion and accidents caused by the deterioration of the Accra-Tema Motorway, Ghana’s Parliament has granted approval for a substantial loan of $338 million. The funds will be utilized for the redevelopment and expansion of the motorway, along with additional construction …

The Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Alban S. K. Bagbin, is pushing for substantial constitutional reforms to integrate traditional leaders—both chiefs and queen mothers—into the national governance structure as members of Parliament. During a recent address to the Queen Mothers Association of Ghana at Parliament, Bagbin emphasized the necessity of creating …

Today, December 7, 2023, Parliament is anticipated to undertake a headcount vote regarding the approval of the 2024 budget. The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, initially called for a voice vote in favor of the Majority following the conclusion of debates on Wednesday, November 29. However, this decision faced opposition …

During the resumption of proceedings to finalize the vote on the approval of the 2024 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, tensions escalated in Parliament as only three members from the majority side were present in the House. Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensa-Bonsu, Majority Chief Whip Frank Annoh Dompreh, and Deputy Chief …

Today, the Trade and Industry Minister, K.T Hammond, is slated to present the Export and Import Regulations 2023 before Parliament. This legislative instrument aims to impose limitations on the importation of 22 specific vital products like sugar, rice, poultry, and tripe into the nation. The presentation of this policy document …

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, is set to make an appearance before Parliament on November 8, 2023, to provide a comprehensive report on the recently concluded limited voter registration process. This announcement was made by the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, who emphasized the significance of hearing …

Commissioner of Police George Alex Mensah has made a significant career move by announcing his candidacy for the Asante Bekwai parliamentary seat in the Ashanti Region, immediately following his retirement from the Ghana Police Service after 31 years of dedicated service. His decision to enter politics comes in the wake …

Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has issued an unreserved apology to the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), notably President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, and other party officials, in a video circulating on social media. Adwoa Safo cited personal and family …