I rejected President Mahama's offer to chair NHIA board – Speaker Bagbin discloses

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Chap 7 months ago

NDC is in power now and are the majority in parliament. They should fight for a change in the constitution to bar ANY person elected to parliament from being nominated as a minister of state. So Mr. Speaker STOP TALKING and a ...
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NDC is in power now and are the majority in parliament. They should fight for a change in the constitution to bar ANY person elected to parliament from being nominated as a minister of state. So Mr. Speaker STOP TALKING and act on a constitutional amendment. You sound like an empty vessel when you speak about issues like this without any real action.
prophet mohammed was a sick dog 7 months ago

If you poison islamic children you will go straight to heaven. Burn all mosques in Africa. Use qur'an as toilet paper.

If you poison islamic children you will go straight to heaven. Burn all mosques in Africa. Use qur'an as toilet paper.
Vornyovie Victory 7 months ago

Be responsible and have sensible brain for once

Be responsible and have sensible brain for once
prophet mohammed was a sick dog 7 months ago

My mother, my father and all my siblings are sick dogs who will all burn in hell. If you want this curse to be on your family too, go ahead and put this comment everyday.

My mother, my father and all my siblings are sick dogs who will all burn in hell. If you want this curse to be on your family too, go ahead and put this comment everyday.
Kwame King 7 months ago

Arguably, this current NDC dispensation is becoming more principled in their dealings. Yeah Mahammah is his first term was a bomb but this time round he is ready to leave a good legacy. Similarly, Alban Bagbin is on the traje ...
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Arguably, this current NDC dispensation is becoming more principled in their dealings. Yeah Mahammah is his first term was a bomb but this time round he is ready to leave a good legacy. Similarly, Alban Bagbin is on the trajectory to become the best ever speaker of the house. In principle his stands is the best ever to happen to Ghana if we learn from his reasoning.
BRIGHT 7 months ago

Why Ghanaweb can't block this useless person from this site? He needs to grow up!

Why Ghanaweb can't block this useless person from this site? He needs to grow up!
Lori 7 months ago

You are too known.

You are too known.
TWEAA DC 7 months ago

CAN THE SPEAKER TOO TALK ABOUT THE MPS HOLDING FAKE CERTIFICATES IN PARLIAMENT?...A DISGRACE!...

CAN THE SPEAKER TOO TALK ABOUT THE MPS HOLDING FAKE CERTIFICATES IN PARLIAMENT?...A DISGRACE!...
Former Dining Hall Prefect 7 months ago

Bagbin should address the problem to Mahama. Mahama should learn that it is inappropriate to appoint parliamentarians to such positions.

Bagbin should address the problem to Mahama. Mahama should learn that it is inappropriate to appoint parliamentarians to such positions.
UNCLE PEE 7 months ago

You sound as if this practice was started by President Mahama. Just cast your mind bay to the onset of the fourth republic.

You sound as if this practice was started by President Mahama. Just cast your mind bay to the onset of the fourth republic.

Former Dining Hall Prefect 7 months ago

Do you have any evidence that previous Presidents appointed parliamentarians to statutory Boards?

Do you have any evidence that previous Presidents appointed parliamentarians to statutory Boards?
Le Pacifiteur 7 months ago

Yes, that has been the norm to compensate those who didn't get ministerial positions.
Also some board positions are mandated to be occupied by some ministers. E.g. the AG and finance minster compulsory sit on not less than ...
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Yes, that has been the norm to compensate those who didn't get ministerial positions.
Also some board positions are mandated to be occupied by some ministers. E.g. the AG and finance minster compulsory sit on not less than 3 boards. Combining these with their roles as MPs will obviously create some conflict of interest.
Former Dining Hall Prefect 7 months ago

I stand corrected. If certain Board positions are mandated to be occupied by Ministers, then how correct is Bagbin's position that it is incorrect for Legislators to be appointed to positions on Boards because Legislators ar ...
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I stand corrected. If certain Board positions are mandated to be occupied by Ministers, then how correct is Bagbin's position that it is incorrect for Legislators to be appointed to positions on Boards because Legislators are supposed to have oversight of the Executive? After all, in the Westminster system, all Ministers are Legislators, but they are also supposed to have oversight of the executive. The same rules apply. Even if legislators are supposed to have oversight of the executive, the reality is that, it is only MPs who belong to the minority in parliament, who will exercise oversight on the executive. Legislators who are on the side of the majority will not exercise any oversight on the executive, because it is not in their interest to do so. They will be accused of undermining their party members in power.
Peace 7 months ago

Afenyo markins was the Board chairman of ECG, Kennedy Agyapong and co. were all board Chairmen. So that has been the norm

Afenyo markins was the Board chairman of ECG, Kennedy Agyapong and co. were all board Chairmen. So that has been the norm
Le Pacifiteur 7 months ago

Per the constitution, majority of ministers should come from parliament.

Per the constitution, majority of ministers should come from parliament.
Former Dining Hall Prefect 7 months ago

If majority of Ministers should come from parliament, then how can Bagbin say, it is inappropriate for them to serve on Boards, because they are supposed to have oversight of the executive. Yes, Legislators are to have overs ...
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If majority of Ministers should come from parliament, then how can Bagbin say, it is inappropriate for them to serve on Boards, because they are supposed to have oversight of the executive. Yes, Legislators are to have oversight of the executive but the reality is that, it only MPs in the minority who will exercise this power of oversight. MPs on the side of majority will not exercise that oversight, because they will be accused of undermining their own.
Karikakchar 7 months ago

We have an executive president so we should have an independent legislative arm. This so called hybrid is not helpful and unnecessary strain on the legislators

We have an executive president so we should have an independent legislative arm. This so called hybrid is not helpful and unnecessary strain on the legislators
Toto 7 months ago

I don't understand Bagbin sometimes. He was MP and Minister under Prof Mills. He never saw anything wrong with that. Now that he is Speaker with all the goodies attached, he is condemning the practice. Selfish man

I don't understand Bagbin sometimes. He was MP and Minister under Prof Mills. He never saw anything wrong with that. Now that he is Speaker with all the goodies attached, he is condemning the practice. Selfish man
Abaqua 7 months ago

Write your comment;Alban uar correct, educate ur president n not insult.he knows nothing. by the way hav u brought ablakwa to answer parliament or police warrant to deal wif him.

Write your comment;Alban uar correct, educate ur president n not insult.he knows nothing. by the way hav u brought ablakwa to answer parliament or police warrant to deal wif him.
Steve Kaye London 7 months ago

For the first time, l applaud the speaker of parliament for his stand. He has earned my respect and l hope people put in positions of authority will emulate him.

For the first time, l applaud the speaker of parliament for his stand. He has earned my respect and l hope people put in positions of authority will emulate him.

Toto 7 months ago

What respect? Was Bagbin not a minister and MP under Prof Mills? He is OK today because the Speaker position is fully loaded.

What respect? Was Bagbin not a minister and MP under Prof Mills? He is OK today because the Speaker position is fully loaded.
God's love 7 months ago

For God so love the world that he gave his ONLY Son that whoever believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.
John 3:16

Seek Jesus and live.

For God so love the world that he gave his ONLY Son that whoever believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.
John 3:16

Seek Jesus and live.
Lucifer 7 months ago

They way I fought for Mahama and the good people of Ghana, now here I'm with no job, Bagbin who have job already was given another job which he rejected whilst me Lucifer is here and no dey see top. This life no balance kura ...
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They way I fought for Mahama and the good people of Ghana, now here I'm with no job, Bagbin who have job already was given another job which he rejected whilst me Lucifer is here and no dey see top. This life no balance kuraa. Our leaders please kindly wake up and help your base oooo. Hmmm!
Nana 7 months ago

Very sensible thing to do. Please you are one of a kind. Mr Speaker.

Very sensible thing to do. Please you are one of a kind. Mr Speaker.
King deed 7 months ago

Very wise and consciencious leader!

Very wise and consciencious leader!
NPP 38. 2% 7 months ago

Mr Speaker u ar one of the most sensible people in the nation, very humble and respectful person

Mr Speaker u ar one of the most sensible people in the nation, very humble and respectful person
MAHAMA MAKES THESE APPOINTMENTS WHEN HE IS DRUNK!!? 7 months ago

He doesnt know what he is doing. He needs to be subject to a sobriety test before allowed to sign any appointment. If the Office Cleaner at Jubilee house is lucky to be around after Mahama has downed a bottle of Cognac he mi ...
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He doesnt know what he is doing. He needs to be subject to a sobriety test before allowed to sign any appointment. If the Office Cleaner at Jubilee house is lucky to be around after Mahama has downed a bottle of Cognac he might be lucky fo be appointed a Board Member of Ghana Commercial Bank!
Lucky 7 months ago

Absolutely rubbish. You are making no sense.

Absolutely rubbish. You are making no sense.
Patriot 7 months ago

Well stated by the Speaker. Such conflicts of interest and stomach politics by parliamentarians must stop, and the Executive branch must also stop making these unseemingly offers. Constitutional amendment is clearly needed.

Well stated by the Speaker. Such conflicts of interest and stomach politics by parliamentarians must stop, and the Executive branch must also stop making these unseemingly offers. Constitutional amendment is clearly needed.
dog meat 7 months ago

very good move speaker. you are real political scientist. there are two system in practicing politics. either you go with the parliamentary system where the prime minister that is head of all ministers also sit in the legisla ...
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very good move speaker. you are real political scientist. there are two system in practicing politics. either you go with the parliamentary system where the prime minister that is head of all ministers also sit in the legislation. then the presidential system where the executives rule and the legislation become the police to keep them on the right to the constitution of the land. in Ghana they are practicing something else without a name. and the bedrock of what they have in Ghana is corruption. good one speaker for correcting such important tasks in politics

dog meat 7 months ago

there is nobody in politics today in Ghana who is more wise than the speaker. just watch the micro minority leader very empty and a noise maker term empty barrel

there is nobody in politics today in Ghana who is more wise than the speaker. just watch the micro minority leader very empty and a noise maker term empty barrel
Kenneth 7 months ago

GO PUT THE BLAME AT THE DOORSTEP OF THE PERSON WHO APOINTED YOU TO THE SAID POSITION IN THE FIRST PLACE, DOES HE KNOW OR DOES HE NOT KNOW THAT IT IS PROPER OR NOT

GO PUT THE BLAME AT THE DOORSTEP OF THE PERSON WHO APOINTED YOU TO THE SAID POSITION IN THE FIRST PLACE, DOES HE KNOW OR DOES HE NOT KNOW THAT IT IS PROPER OR NOT
Lucky 7 months ago

This makes a lot of sense. Parliamentarians should not be on these boards,period!

This makes a lot of sense. Parliamentarians should not be on these boards,period!
Jack 7 months ago

Tell Isaac Adongo

Tell Isaac Adongo
Hannan 7 months ago

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Kwabena Assuming 7 months ago

So how come the same Saint collected double salary? Let’s interrogate this issue of double salary politicians

So how come the same Saint collected double salary? Let’s interrogate this issue of double salary politicians
AB 7 months ago

It’s a matter of principle, conflict of role and conflict of interest. The Rt. Hon Speaker is absolutely right.

Thanks so much for setting the right tone at the Top. It’s refreshing and great.

It’s a matter of principle, conflict of role and conflict of interest. The Rt. Hon Speaker is absolutely right.

Thanks so much for setting the right tone at the Top. It’s refreshing and great.
Adom 7 months ago

May you live long, Mr Speaker. God is still on His Throne, and He knows all that goes on in the hearts of men.

May you live long, Mr Speaker. God is still on His Throne, and He knows all that goes on in the hearts of men.
Esi 7 months ago

Him Speaker, what you are talking about is purely a constitutional matter.
It was very needful and useful in the past but now, it’s breeding problems for effective governance.
What you need to do is present a comprehensiv ...
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Him Speaker, what you are talking about is purely a constitutional matter.
It was very needful and useful in the past but now, it’s breeding problems for effective governance.
What you need to do is present a comprehensive proposal/amendment to the ongoing
Constitution Review Committee to change it by law.
Osei 7 months ago

Don't worry our most honorable sir. We would make you the next president after JMs tenure. I believe you have served us with distinction and credibility, as a result of this, it is practical that we elevate you to a higher le ...
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Don't worry our most honorable sir. We would make you the next president after JMs tenure. I believe you have served us with distinction and credibility, as a result of this, it is practical that we elevate you to a higher level so you can surely help the people achieve something great. I'm actually worried if some men within the party would allow you though
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Kofi 7 months ago

Poor decision-making process in government. How can the speaker Chair a board that takes direction from a Minister

Poor decision-making process in government. How can the speaker Chair a board that takes direction from a Minister

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