Speaker Bagbin Declares Four Parliamentary Seats Vacant Over Constitutional Breaches

In a significant political development, Ghana’s Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has declared four parliamentary seats vacant. The seats affected include those of MPs from Amenfi Central, Fomena, Suhum, and Agona West. The decision was made after the MPs violated Article 97(1) of the 1992 Constitution by either switching political parties or filing as independent candidates for the upcoming 2024 elections. This move has reshaped the composition of Parliament, with the opposition NDC now holding a slight majority.

This decision has sparked debates about party loyalty, independence, and parliamentary representation as Ghana gears up for the 2024 elections. Political analysts are watching closely as these vacancies are expected to lead to by-elections, which could further shift the political dynamics in Parliament.

Stay updated as more unfolds regarding the implications of these vacancies on Ghana’s legislative process and political landscape.