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Parliament Probes MP Over ‘Daughter of a Murderer’ Remark

Ghana’s Parliament has launched an investigation to identify the MP responsible for making an offensive remark against Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, the Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle. During a heated debate on February 4, an unidentified MP shouted, "Daughter of a murderer, sit down!", in reference to Dr. Rawlings, whose father was the late former President Jerry John Rawlings.On March 4, Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin formally apologized to Dr. Zanetor, her family, and the Anlo people, condemning the remark as dishonorable and unworthy of a lawmaker. He also warned that if the MP behind the comment does not come forward within a week, harsher sanctions will follow.The investigation is ongoing, with Parliament vowing to maintain discipline and dignity in its proceedings.

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Speaker’s Financial Assessment Request in Anti-LGBTQ Bill Case.

In Ghana, Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has officially requested a comprehensive financial assessment regarding the implications of the Anti-LGBTQ Bill. This move seeks to evaluate the financial impact that the bill may have on Ghana's economy, especially in terms of foreign aid and investments. His request has raised varied opinions among members of Parliament and the public.Bagbin’s inquiry is rooted in concerns that the bill, which aims to criminalize LGBTQ activities and advocacy, could potentially affect Ghana’s international relations and economic support from pro-LGBTQ countries and organizations. The speaker’s request highlights the delicate balance Ghana must strike between maintaining its cultural values and addressing potential financial consequences from international backlash.This decision has sparked a renewed debate in Parliament, where some members argue that the moral and social objectives of the bill outweigh economic considerations. Others believe that understanding the […]

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Speaker Declares Four Parliamentary Seats Vacant.

Ghana's Parliament has been thrown into a state of contention after Speaker Alban Bagbin declared four parliamentary seats vacant. This announcement comes following legal disputes around the status of certain MPs, with allegations of breaches in constitutional mandates concerning the residency and allegiance of the MPs. The seats declared vacant include those of Suhum, Amenfi Central, Agona West, and Fomena constituencies. This decision has sparked outrage, particularly from members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), with some MPs threatening boycotts. They argue that the Speaker’s declaration is politically motivated, aimed at skewing power dynamics in Parliament. The Speaker, however, maintains that his decision is constitutionally sound, calling on all aggrieved parties to seek redress in the courts if necessary.

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