{"id":236522,"date":"2024-10-21T18:44:53","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T18:44:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/10\/21\/ndc-minority-alleged-plot-to-disrupt-parliament-exposed\/"},"modified":"2024-10-21T18:44:53","modified_gmt":"2024-10-21T18:44:53","slug":"ndc-minority-alleged-plot-to-disrupt-parliament-exposed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/10\/21\/ndc-minority-alleged-plot-to-disrupt-parliament-exposed\/","title":{"rendered":"NDC Minority Alleged Plot To Disrupt Parliament Exposed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>A leaked WhatsApp chats from the Opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) Minority Caucus has revealed an alleged plan to destabilize Parliament.<\/p>\n<p>The plot, set to unfold on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, involves disrupting parliamentary proceedings, manipulating the Speaker, and mobilizing constituents to demonstrate solidarity.<\/p>\n<p>Background<\/p>\n<p>Tensions escalated after Speaker Alban Bagbin declared four parliamentary seats vacant, citing Article 97(1)(g) and (h) of Ghana\u2019s Constitution.<\/p>\n<p>The affected lawmakers \u2013 Peter Yaw Kwakye-Ackah (Amenfi Central), Andrew Asiamah Amoako (Fomena), Kwadjo Asante (Suhum), and Cynthia Mamle Morrison (Agona West) \u2013 had filed to contest the 2024 parliamentary elections as independent candidates or on opposing party tickets.<\/p>\n<p>Leaked Chats Revelations<\/p>\n<p>The leaked chats, allegedly from the NDC minority caucus WhatsApp group, outline strategies and statements from MPs:<\/p>\n<p>1. *Hon. Betty Krosbi*: Urged collective participation in the \u201cshowdown,\u201d emphasizing responsibility.<br \/>2. *Hon. Francis-Xavier Sosu*: Proposed mobilizing 200 constituents from each of Accra\u2019s 34 constituencies.<br \/>3. *Hon. Clement Apaak*: Invited colleagues to a press conference (Sunday) on the 6th floor.<br \/>4. *Hon. Richard Acheampong*: Vowed to expose undermining party members.<br \/>5. *Hon. Dr. Kwabena Donkor*: Advocated for adjourning Parliament sine die.<br \/>6. *Hon. Murtala Mohammed*: Warned against military intervention, stating that any officer would be treated as a criminal.<br \/>7. *Hon. Theresa Awuni*: Supported defying Supreme Court orders.<br \/>8. *Hon. Mahama Ayariga*: Urged collective action.<br \/>9. *Hon. Bede Zeiding*: Expressed frustration and readiness to fight.<br \/>10. *Hon. Edward Bawa*: Supported visible engagement in the parliamentary fight.<\/p>\n<p>NDC Defends Speaker<\/p>\n<p>The Opposition party has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Speaker Alban Bagbin, praising his leadership and commitment to protecting Parliament\u2019s dignity.<\/p>\n<p>At a press conference on Sunday, October 20, 2024, Cassiel Ato Forson, leader of the NDC Caucus, expressed confidence in Speaker Bagbin\u2019s decision to declare four parliamentary seats vacant.<\/p>\n<p>The Supreme Court has since granted a stay of execution on the ruling.<\/p>\n<p>Speaker Bagbin\u2019s move has sparked a power struggle between the NDC and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 8th Parliament.<\/p>\n<p>The NDC says it has a majority of 136 seats, while the NPP holds 135.<\/p>\n<p>Reactions<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Forson hailed Speaker Bagbin\u2019s 32-year parliamentary career, describing him as \u201ccourageous and resolute.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He urged Ghanaians to stand by the Speaker and resist attempts to undermine Parliament\u2019s independence.<\/p>\n<p>The NDC has vowed to reverse policies implemented by the Akufo-Addo\/Bawumia administration, which they claim have pushed Ghana to the brink of economic crisis.<\/p>\n<p>The ongoing controversy surrounding Speaker Bagbin\u2019s ruling has heightened tensions in Ghana\u2019s political landscape, with many watching to see how the situation unfolds.<\/p>\n<p>NPP Vows To Walk Out<\/p>\n<p>The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has downplayed expectations of a dramatic confrontation in Parliament on Tuesday, October 22, stating that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will simply walk out if tensions escalate.<br \/>The Supreme Court\u2019s intervention, suspending the Speaker\u2019s ruling, has further complicated the issue.<\/p>\n<p>NPP\u2019s Legal Strategy<\/p>\n<p>Afenyo-Markin emphasized that the NPP is aware of the ongoing legal proceedings and has already sought the Supreme Court\u2019s interpretation of the Speaker\u2019s ruling.<\/p>\n<p>A bailiff from the Supreme Court on Monday reportedly serves Parliament with the Court\u2019s orders.<\/p>\n<p>The NPP says its focus is on adhering to the Court\u2019s orders rather than engaging in political theatrics.<\/p>\n<p><strong>-BY Daniel Bampoe<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- CONTENT END 2 -->\n\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 A leaked WhatsApp chats from the Opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) Minority Caucus has revealed an alleged plan to destabilize Parliament. The plot, set to unfold on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, involves disrupting parliamentary proceedings, manipulating the Speaker, and mobilizing constituents to demonstrate solidarity. 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