Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, has called for strict adherence to parliamentary procedures following the suspension of four MPs by Speaker Alban Bagbin.
The suspension, which took effect on January 31, 2025, was sparked by violent confrontations during the Appointments Committee proceedings.
Those suspended include Majority and Minority Chief Whips Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor and Frank Annoh-Dompreh, as well as Alhassan Sulemana Tampuli and Jerry Ahmed Shaib.
In an interview on Channel One Newsroom, Oppong Nkrumah acknowledged Speaker Bagbin’s anger but emphasized the need to follow established protocols.
“While Mr Speaker is justified in his righteous anger, the processes in accordance with the standing orders should be followed,” he stated.
To ensure compliance, Oppong Nkrumah vowed to bring the matter to the Speaker’s attention, highlighting relevant orders that govern such situations.
“We will be taking steps to bring it to the Speaker’s attention and we will be drawing his attention to the various orders that provide for how these matters should be handled.”
Ultimately, Oppong Nkrumah expressed hope that the Speaker would adhere to these procedures, ensuring a fair outcome. “We are hopeful that the Speaker, when his attention is drawn to these orders, will ensure that the right thing is done.”