Speaker Bagbin Tells Ghanaians The Truth About How NPP Helped Him

Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has disclosed that his election to lead Ghana’s Parliament was made possible by support from members of both major political parties, including a significant number of lawmakers from the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

According to a report by GHOne TV on Saturday, October 24, 2026, Mr Bagbin said his victory was not based exclusively on votes from members of his own party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He explained that several NPP legislators also backed his candidature because they believed he could preside over Parliament fairly.

The Speaker’s comments highlight the cross-party support he says contributed to his emergence as the head of the legislature. His remarks also challenge the perception that his election was driven mainly by partisan loyalty within the NDC.

Mr Bagbin’s disclosure comes against the backdrop of continuing discussions about impartiality in Ghana’s Parliament, where disagreements between the Majority and Minority caucuses frequently shape parliamentary proceedings.

As Speaker, he is expected to ensure that parliamentary business is conducted in accordance with the Constitution and the Standing Orders of the House. The position also requires him to maintain fairness during debates, oversee proceedings without political bias and protect the interests of lawmakers on both sides of the political divide.

Mr Bagbin, a veteran legislator who has spent decades in Ghanaian politics under the NDC, has consistently emphasised the importance of carrying out his parliamentary responsibilities beyond party interests.

His latest remarks reinforce his position that the Speakership requires the confidence of members across the political spectrum. Support from legislators belonging to different parties, he suggested, demonstrates the importance of trust and impartiality in parliamentary leadership.

The statement is particularly relevant in a politically competitive environment where the Speaker’s handling of parliamentary disputes can influence perceptions of fairness and institutional credibility.

GHOne TV reported the comments as a news alert. However, the report did not indicate any immediate response from the NDC or NPP parliamentary caucuses.

Mr Bagbin’s disclosure is likely to renew public discussion about the role of political neutrality in strengthening Ghana’s parliamentary democracy and maintaining confidence in the legislature.

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