{
  "id": 4639888,
  "title": "Discretion Of Convenience",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/discretion-of-convenience",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-31T11:54:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
    "slug": "daily-guide-network",
    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/discretion-of-convenience/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Majority side in Parliament's growing hubris demands reflection from Ghanaians, threatening democracy. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin aptly warned the Majority advantage is being exaggerated. Those who think the Minority can be disregarded by a protest walkout lack understanding of parliamentary democracy or display power arrogance. Majority advantage should respect the Minority's role, as they form the parliamentary structure. Without this, proceedings would lack completeness and parliamentary democracy would be a sham. Recently, Parliament was recalled under a certificate of emergency, yet this was not the case. Majority members displayed arrogance, with no convincing evidence of an emergency. The Supreme Court's composition, unaffected by retirements or incapacitation, should not raise doubts about the President's intent to increase justices. Majority Leader's claims of a rushed process and violation of the constitution disregard the fact that the process was followed. The query of the process is a matter of principle, not a personal vendetta against nominated individuals. The Supreme Court's all-time high number of justices raises questions about President John Mahama's actions, as his predecessor faced verbal criticism for similar practices. The Minority's stance is based on principles guiding us in all dealings, particularly for those in power. Political accountability includes adherence to principles; scandals result from breaches. A President must walk the talk; packing the court when opposing it in opposition and increasing it further is not principled. The judiciary should avoid excessive scrutiny, as seen in recent times. The \"Discretion Of Convenience\" highlights the need for leaders to uphold principles and avoid convenience-driven decisions.",
  "summary": "The growing spate of hubris among the Majority side in Parliament calls for reflection among Ghanaians. It portends danger for our democracy, especially when the erroneous impression is being Read More... The post Discretion Of Convenience appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
  "key_points": [
    "Majority side's hubris threatens Ghanaian democracy",
    "Minority Leader warns against disregarding minority role",
    "Discretion of convenience criticized for undermining principles"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}