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In a dramatic turn of events, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) caucus has vowed to cite Speaker Alban Bagbin for contempt following his decision to adjourn Parliament indefinitely for the second time.<\/p>\n

This move comes after the Speaker\u2019s ruling on November 7, 2024, which was met with strong disagreement from the NPP.<\/p>\n

Background of the Controversy<\/strong><\/p>\n

The controversy began when Speaker Bagbin declared four parliamentary seats vacant, potentially shifting the balance of power towards the National Democratic Congress (NDC).<\/p>\n

The Supreme Court intervened, instructing the Speaker to hold off on declaring the seats vacant.<\/p>\n

However, according to K.T. Hammond, Member of Parliament for Adansi-Asokwa, the Speaker failed to comply with the Court\u2019s ruling.<\/p>\n

NPP\u2019s Grievances<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hammond expressed frustration that the NDC MPs occupied the Majority side of the House, despite the Supreme Court\u2019s decision.<\/p>\n

He argued that the Speaker should not have allowed this, citing established conventions in Parliament regarding seating arrangements.<\/p>\n

KT Hammond emphasized that the Speaker\u2019s failure to enforce the Supreme Court\u2019s ruling is a serious oversight.<\/p>\n

Consequences of Contempt Charges<\/strong><\/p>\n

If the NPP caucus follows through with their threat, Speaker Bagbin could face serious consequences.
The contempt charges would likely lead to a formal investigation and potentially even a vote of no confidence.<\/p>\n

This development highlights the escalating tensions between the NPP and NDC in the lead-up to the 2024 elections.<\/p>\n

-BY Daniel Bampoe<\/strong><\/p>\n

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