Amid tense scenes in Parliament, Speaker Alban Bagbin pressed ahead with government business, undeterred by persistent efforts from Minority MPs to halt proceedings.
The confrontation unfolded after the Majority caucus rejected a bid by the Minority to adjourn the House, following heated debate over the Kpandai parliamentary seat vacancy. Minority MPs, dressed in black as a sign of protest, demanded an adjournment and attempted to block Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga from addressing Parliament.
Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh insisted that no government business should continue until the controversy surrounding the Kpandai seat was resolved. However, after a voice vote, Speaker Bagbin ruled that the House would proceed with its legislative agenda.
This decision sparked a fresh wave of protest, with Minority MPs escalating their demonstration through chants and vocal disruptions. Tensions peaked as members from both sides converged in the center of the chamber, resulting in a chaotic stand-off and loud exchanges. Parliamentary marshals were called in and struggled to restore order.
Despite the unrest, Speaker Bagbin stood firm, emphasising that the legislative agenda must continue and underlining his commitment to ensuring the operations of Parliament are maintained.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
