Afenyo-Markin Vows to Recall Parliament: ‘Bagbin Isn’t Parliament Alone!’

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Majority Leader in Parliament, has expressed his discontent with Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to adjourn parliamentary sittings indefinitely. Afenyo-Markin announced plans to trigger a recall of Parliament, emphasizing that Speaker Bagbin’s actions were undermining the legislative process. According to Afenyo-Markin, this move by the Speaker, which he attributes to deliberate tactics by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), threatens to delay essential governmental work, including economic interventions and key legislation.

Afenyo-Markin argued that the recall is necessary to ensure that Parliament continues its duty to the nation, especially in light of pressing economic challenges. He reiterated that the adjournment could lead to unnecessary disruptions, affecting the government’s plans to stabilize the economy. His remarks reflect the ongoing tensions between the Majority and the Speaker, as well as the importance of maintaining a functional Parliament to address national issues effectively