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Parliamentary proceedings on Friday, January 24, were brought to a standstill after members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority caucus disrupted the session in protest.
The chaos forced the Speaker to suspend sitting for 30 minutes to restore order.
The uproar began after the presentation of the business statement for the upcoming week by Mahama Ayariga, the majority leader and leader of government business.
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Shortly after the statement, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin raised objections, citing the omission of a critical issue from the agenda.
Mr. Afenyo-Markin reminded the House that former Majority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson had previously assured Parliament that the violence surrounding the Ablekuma North parliamentary election would be addressed.

He expressed frustration over the lack of provisions in the business statement to discuss the matter ad other violent incidents across the country.
The minority MPs escalated the situation by standing, banging their tables, and chanting, “No Ablekuma North, no government business.” Some held placards with various inscriptions, further intensifying the commotion.
Second Deputy Speaker Andrew Asiamah Amoako struggled to regain control of the House as the uproar grew louder. With no resolution in sight, the Speaker decided to suspend the session for 30 minutes.

When proceedings resumed, Minority Leader Afenyo-Markin addressed his caucus, urging them to halt the protests. This allowed the business statement to be considered without further interruptions.
The incident highlights tensions within Parliament, with the minority caucus pushing for accountability over electoral violence and its impact on governance.