Today marked a historic day as Ghana’s 9th Parliament was officially inaugurated, bringing together new and returning Members of Parliament. The session was filled with monumental events that will shape the legislative landscape of the country.
Swearing-in of Members of Parliament
The first order of business was the swearing-in of the MPs-elect, who took their oaths of office before commencing their legislative duties. The ceremony marked the beginning of a new parliamentary term and a new chapter in Ghana’s democratic journey.
Re-election of Hon. Alban Bagbin as Speaker
In a significant moment of the day, Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin was re-elected as Speaker of Parliament. His re-election is a testament to his continued influence and leadership within the legislative body, making him one of the longest-serving parliamentary figures in Ghana’s 4th Republic. His leadership is expected to guide the 9th Parliament, where the National Democratic Congress (NDC) holds a majority.
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Election of Deputy Speakers
Further solidifying the parliamentary leadership, Hon. Bernard Ahiafor and Hon. Andrew Asiamah Amoako were successfully elected as the First and Second Deputy Speakers, respectively. Their appointments are expected to bring stability and direction to the legislative proceedings in the coming years.
Suspension of Proceedings
As the session came to a close, Speaker Bagbin announced the suspension of parliamentary proceedings, with Parliament scheduled to reconvene tomorrow at 10:00 AM. This break comes ahead of the much-anticipated presidential inauguration, a critical event in Ghana’s political calendar.
