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The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has issued a press statement addressing critical issues surrounding the Speaker of Parliament\u2019s declaration of certain parliamentary seats as vacant.<\/p>\n
This development follows a press conference held by Minority Leader Cassiel Ato Forson on Sunday, October 20, 2024.<\/p>\n
The controversy began when Speaker Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin declared four parliamentary seats vacant, sparking tensions between the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).<\/p>\n
The Supreme Court intervened, issuing a stay of execution on the Speaker\u2019s decision, directing Parliament to recognize and allow the affected Members of Parliament to continue their duties pending the final determination of the legal suit.<\/p>\n
Afenyo-Markin emphasized that any action defying the Supreme Court\u2019s ruling would be contemptuous, attracting up to ten years in jail.<\/p>\n
He stressed the importance of respecting the rule of law, which is the cornerstone of Ghana\u2019s democracy.<\/p>\n
The Majority Leader, a seasoned lawyer, highlighted his experience in litigating cases from lower courts to the Supreme Court, underscoring the need to accept court rulings, whether favorable or not.<\/p>\n
The Minority\u2019s assertion that parliamentary proceedings cannot be impeached or questioned in any court was criticized by Afenyo-Markin, who clarified that parliamentary immunity does not operate above the law.<\/p>\n
Judicial oversight exists to prevent misuse or overreach of parliamentary powers, particularly in matters concerning constitutional violations.<\/p>\n
Afenyo-Markin concluded by urging the Minority to exercise restraint and respect the legal process.<\/p>\n
He reaffirmed the Majority\u2019s commitment to upholding the Constitution, respecting the rule of law, and working in the interest of all Ghanaians.<\/p>\n
Background<\/strong><\/p>\nThe Parliamentary system has faced numerous challenges since the country transitioned to democracy in 1993.<\/p>\n
The 1992 Constitution established the framework for the current parliamentary system, which has undergone significant changes over the years.<\/p>\n
In recent years, tensions between the NPP and NDC have escalated, particularly during the 2020 general elections.<\/p>\n
The disputed parliamentary seats have become a contentious issue, with both parties vying for control.<\/p>\n
BY Daniel Bampoe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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