Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has announced plans to recall Parliament in early November, responding to a petition from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary caucus requesting an urgent return to legislative duties.
This recall follows Speaker Bagbin’s indefinite adjournment of Parliament, prompted by a contentious dispute over which party holds the parliamentary majority.
The issue intensified after Speaker Bagbin declared four parliamentary seats vacant, a move that has deepened tensions between the NPP and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), further complicating Parliament’s ability to function smoothly. The majority dispute has heightened stakes within the legislature, with both parties pushing for a resolution to restore clarity and order.
During a courtesy visit by the Council of State, Speaker Bagbin expressed his commitment to resolving these critical issues through constitutional means.
He assured the Council that his office, in close cooperation with parliamentary leadership, is actively working to re-establish legislative order.
Bagbin highlighted that reconvening Parliament is not only vital for resolving the majority impasse but also for addressing urgent national issues and instituting procedural reforms to prevent similar conflicts in the future. He reaffirmed his commitment to upholding neutrality and reinforcing Ghana’s democratic principles.
The Council of State welcomed Bagbin’s assurances and commended his dedication to restoring parliamentary operations and strengthening Ghana’s democratic institutions.