The recent suspension of two prominent Members of Parliament, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh and Alhassan Suhuyini, has sparked widespread reaction among Ghanaians, especially on social media platforms. The duo was suspended from parliamentary proceedings following their conduct during the controversial Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) imbroglio, which has generated heated debate in the political space.
Akandoh, who is the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Health Committee, and Suhuyini, the Member of Parliament for Tamale North, were accused of breaching parliamentary decorum in their handling of issues surrounding the management and operations of the Tamale Teaching Hospital. Their suspension came after a probe into their actions and public utterances related to the hospital’s affairs, which reportedly undermined the authority of Parliament and sparked confusion within the health sector.
The news of their suspension has attracted varied responses from the Ghanaian populace. While some citizens support the disciplinary measures, arguing that MPs must uphold the highest standards of conduct and respect parliamentary procedures, others believe the punishment is politically motivated and unfair, especially given the sensitive nature of the TTH issue.
On social media, the reactions have been mixed. A section of users expressed disappointment, stating that the MPs were only voicing concerns over the alleged mismanagement and poor service delivery at the hospital. They argue that instead of silencing voices that seek accountability, Parliament should be taking proactive steps to address the root causes of the TTH crisis.
Others, however, maintain that while advocacy for better healthcare is necessary, it must be done within the confines of parliamentary ethics and with respect to institutional processes. According to them, lawmakers have a responsibility to set an example, and any deviation should be met with appropriate consequences.
Political analysts have weighed in on the matter, with some suggesting that the incident highlights deeper challenges within Ghana’s healthcare governance and political accountability. The suspension, they argue, may be a reflection of increasing tensions between government institutions and vocal opposition MPs.
As the conversation continues, many Ghanaians are calling for a transparent and unbiased resolution to the TTH saga. They hope that beyond the suspension of lawmakers, real efforts will be made to improve healthcare delivery, ensure accountability in public institutions, and protect democratic principles of free expression and responsible governance.
Source: Yawanews