Minority Members of Parliament in Ghana wore red and black attire to protest Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to suspend four MPs. Apexnewsgh reports
The suspension came after a chaotic incident during ministerial vetting on January 30, 2025. The four MPs, including three from the Majority side and one from the Minority, were suspended for two weeks.
The Minority caucus vehemently opposed the Speaker’s decision, arguing that it violated the rights of their MPs, who did not receive a fair hearing. During a press briefing on February 3, 2025, the Minority MPs expressed their discontent, emphasizing that the Speaker’s action was unjust.
As Parliament resumed its fourth week of sitting, the Minority MPs made a statement with their red and black attire, singing patriotic songs and party anthems to register their protest. The scene was intense, with barricades mounted at the Parliament House and Marshals positioned at the entrance to guide the entry of MPs.
The controversy surrounding the suspension of the four MPs has sparked a heated debate about the Speaker’s authority and the rights of MPs. The Minority caucus has made it clear that they will not back down, insisting that their MPs deserve a fair hearing.
The situation remains tense, with many waiting to see how the Speaker will respond to the Minority’s protests.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
