Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin is the Speaker of Parliament
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has taken aim at Ghana’s two major political parties, cautioning that both the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) must confront deep-seated weaknesses that undermine the country’s democratic progress.
In a report by adomonline.com on November 18, 2025, Bagbin described aspects of Ghana’s political climate as ‘toxic’ warning that such tendencies continue to fuel governance challenges.
He said the NDC struggles to uphold key democratic principles, while the NPP faces difficulty demonstrating genuine patriotism issues he believes weaken the nation’s political foundations.
‘What the Minority Leader is doing now is not what I did; I never raised my voice’ – Bagbin
Bagbin, Ghana’s longest-serving Member of Parliament and a two-time Speaker, said his experience compels him to speak truth to power, particularly when it concerns strengthening the country’s institutions.
He urged both parties to reflect on their shortcomings and take concrete steps to reinforce their values.
The Speaker also contrasted his leadership style with that of Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, noting that Afenyo-Markin draws inspiration from his example.
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Bagbin reiterated his commitment to building the capacity of Parliament, stressing that a more skilled and effective legislature is essential for better national service.
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