The Minority in Parliament has expressed strong disapproval of the recent decision by Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin to unilaterally trigger a recall of Parliament, arguing that the action was unnecessary given the scheduled timeline for the House to reconvene.
Minority Chief Whip Kwame Governs Agbodza criticized the recall, stating, “It was not done in good faith.”
He emphasized that while the Minority will cooperate and attend the session, the Majority side will face the challenge of meeting the required quorum to commence parliamentary business.
This situation arises after the House was adjourned indefinitely on July 30, 2024.
Mr. Agbodza also highlighted the inconvenience posed to parliamentary candidates who are currently focused on nominations and pre-campaign activities. He questioned the need for the recall, given that it was not driven by an urgent matter.
In response, Majority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh defended the decision, underscoring the importance of addressing critical government business before the election campaign period begins.
Despite acknowledging the exhaustion of members, Annoh-Dompreh stressed, “I am not surprised by the reaction of the Minority that has been their position from day one so it is not surprising. There is a tall list of businesses to be prosecuted…suffix it to say, you know when we get back, we are heading towards election so this is a very good opportunity for us to dispense this critical government business. So this recall is important.”
The recall has thus sparked a debate between the two sides, with the Minority questioning its necessity while the Majority insists on its importance for the effective management of government affairs.