Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has suggested that a future New Patriotic Party (NPP) government would reverse the tribunals system being introduced by the Mahama administration, arguing that the move disrupts Ghana’s existing judicial structure. Speaking exclusively on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, the Effutu Member of Parliament said the NPP’s position is that regional tribunals are […]
Parliament resumes sitting today, Thursday, May 21, marking the beginning of the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic. Lawmakers are expected to deliberate on a wide range of major bills and policy reforms across key sectors of the economy. Speaking on JoyNews’ *The Pulse* on Wednesday, May […]
Parliament has officially passed the Security and Intelligence Agencies Bill, 2025, after it was read for the third time and approved by the House. The legislation introduces significant changes to Ghana’s security architecture, most notably reverting the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) to its former name, the Bureau of National Intelligence (BNI). The bill, which has […]
Parliament has referred a special audit report on GH¢68.7 billion in government arrears and payables to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) for investigation after the exercise uncovered suspected irregularities, falsified records and questionable payment claims. The report, presented to Parliament on Tuesday, March 10, was submitted by the Ministry of Finance through the Deputy Finance […]
The candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Baba Jamal, has been declared the winner of the just-ended Ayawaso East by-election. This was announced by the Electoral Commission (EC) on Tuesday evening. Supporters of Baba Jamal erupted in jubilant celebrations across the constituency following the official declaration. The by-election, held to fill the vacancy left […]
The Minority Caucus has described the surveillance and warrant provisions in the Security and Intelligence Agencies Bill, 2025, as “deeply troubling”, warning that they risk undermining privacy rights and civil liberties. Addressing Parliament during debate on the Committee’s report, the Minority cautioned that applications to intercept communications under the Bill could be made not only […]
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has approved the reintroduction of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, for consideration by the House. He said the decision was taken based on the unanimous advice he received from the Committees on the Private Members’ Bill and the Private Members’ Motion, which recommended […]
Parliament on Wednesday, passed the National Health Insurance Fund Amendment Bill, paving the way for the transfer of 20 per cent of revenues generated by the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, otherwise known as Mahama Cares. The new legislation, if assented to by the President, would halt all input […]
Parliament has commenced a three-day orientation workshop for Members of Parliament (MPs) at the Volta Serene Hotel in Ho, despite a boycott by the Minority caucus over cost concerns. The event, organised by the Parliamentary Training Institute (PTI), began on Saturday, March 1, 2025 and is expected to end on Monday, March 3. The Minority, […]
Activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has denied claims of ever being affiliated with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), asserting that he has always been a committed member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP). Appearing before the committee, on Wednesday, January 29, Barker-Vormawor sought to put to rest the speculation surrounding his political alignment, stressing that his loyalty […]
Members of Parliament from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) side have said they are remaining steadfast in the commitment to upholding the constitution and serving the interests of the Ghanaian people. In a statement reacting to the Speaker’s ruling on Thursday that declared the seats of four MPs vacant with 50 days to Election 2024, […]
Professor Stephen Kwaku Asare, also known as Kwaku Azar, has raised concerns over Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin’s recent decision to declare four parliamentary seats vacant. According to him, this ruling sets a dangerous precedent that could discourage MPs from planning their political futures due to fears of punitive measures. In a Facebook post on […]
