Parliament reconvenes for urgent business
Parliament yesterday reconvened to conduct urgent business following a recall of the House from recess by the Speaker, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, in accordance with Standing Order 58(4). Although proceedings were scheduled to begin at noon, as indicated in a press statement issued by Mr Bagbin directing the recall, the House eventually commenced business … The post Parliament reconvenes…
Parliament reconvened on a particular day to tackle urgent business after being recalled from recess by the Speaker, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin. According to a statement from Mr Bagbin, the House began its proceedings later in the day, despite scheduled commencement at noon. Upon arrival, only a few Members of Parliament (MPs) were seated in the Chamber, but they entered the room in a positive mood.
Prior to the commencement of proceedings, the Majority and Minority caucuses held separate meetings in the morning. The Business Committee also convened with the Speaker to finalize the day's business, which contributed to the delay in starting proceedings. The recall had previously been criticized by Deputy Minority Whip and MP for Tolon, Mr Iddrisu Habib, who deemed it an "unnecessary waste of taxpayers' money."
He argued that the issues requiring Parliament's attention could be addressed during the House's usual resumption. However, Majority Chief Whip and MP for South Dayi, Mr Rockson-Nelson Etse Dafeamekpor, defended the recall, stating it was in accordance with constitutional and parliamentary procedures. He emphasized that Parliament could be summoned during recess whenever urgent business warranted the House's attention.
Parliament is scheduled to adjourn on Friday, August 28, 2026, following the completion of government business outlined in the Speaker's statement that triggered the recall.
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