“More NPP MPs Voted for Me Than NDC Members Because They Trusted Me” — Alban Bagbin Reveals

According to a report by GHOne TV on Saturday, October 24, 2026, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has stated that not all members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) voted for him to become Speaker of Parliament. He explained that he also received significant support from members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who trusted him to be fair and impartial in the performance of his duties.

Bagbin made the statement while reflecting on the support he received from members of both major political parties during his election as Speaker. His comments highlight the importance of cross-party support in the leadership of Parliament.

According to him, his election was not based solely on the support of his own political party. He noted that several NPP members also voted for him because they believed he could lead Parliament without favouring one political party over the other.

The Speaker’s remarks suggest that he considers impartiality an important quality for anyone occupying the highest position in Ghana’s Parliament. The role requires the Speaker to preside over parliamentary proceedings, maintain order during debates and ensure that members are given a fair opportunity to contribute to discussions.

Bagbin’s position also draws attention to the responsibility of the Speaker to serve Parliament as an institution rather than act in the interest of only the political party from which he comes.

His comments come amid ongoing discussions about parliamentary leadership, political cooperation and the need for fairness in the conduct of parliamentary business. In Ghana’s multiparty democratic system, the Speaker plays a crucial role in ensuring that parliamentary proceedings are conducted according to established rules and procedures.

The Speaker’s statement reinforces the importance of trust among lawmakers from different political backgrounds. It also highlights the expectation that the person presiding over Parliament should remain balanced and impartial, regardless of party affiliations.

As Ghana’s Parliament continues its work, the issue of fairness in parliamentary leadership remains important to maintaining public confidence in the legislature and strengthening democratic governance.

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