The Minority Caucus has for the fourth time, boycotted parliamentary sittings in support of Member of Parliament for Assin North, James Gyakye Quayson.
Their decision to boycott parliamentary proceedings on Quayson’s trial days was declared during his swearing-in on July 4.
Despite caution from Speaker Alban Bagbin that their action is against the Standing Orders of the House, the Caucus proceeded with the boycott, leading to a standstill in parliamentary proceedings.
The continuous absence of the Caucus from Parliament has drawn dissatisfaction from the public and some legislators, who question the approach of showing solidarity with their colleague facing criminal prosecution.
Despite appeals to reconsider their decision, the Caucus remains steadfast, insisting that their action will only end if the criminal case against James Gyakye Quayson is dropped.