The leader of the NPP MPs in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has announced plans to recall Parliament from its recess on Wednesday, October 23, in response to recent tensions stemming from the indefinite adjournment of the House.
In an interview with Citi FM on Tuesday, October 22, the Effutu MP expressed his dissatisfaction with Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin’s decision to adjourn parliamentary sittings indefinitely.
Afenyo-Markin suggested that this decision is part of a deliberate strategy by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to obstruct the smooth conduct of parliamentary business.
He accused the Minority caucus of intentionally trying to disrupt critical governmental functions and stall the progress of essential legislation needed to stabilize Ghana’s economy. “The actions of the Speaker are undermining Parliamentary work so that the economy will suffer,” Afenyo-Markin stated.
“God willing, tomorrow [Wednesday, October 23], the Majority will trigger the recall of Parliament and we will see what he [Bagbin] will do.”
Highlighting the urgency of resuming Parliament, he emphasized the importance of passing crucial bills and deliberating on national matters. He voiced concerns that the indefinite adjournment risks delaying vital economic interventions that the government is advocating to address current challenges.
Afenyo-Markin accused NDC MPs of employing tactics aimed at derailing the government’s plans, warning that such actions threaten to create instability and undermine efforts to boost Ghana’s economic recovery.
Despite the heated political atmosphere, he assured the public that the NPP remains committed to ensuring smooth parliamentary operations. “We will trigger a recall,” he reaffirmed, emphasizing the NPP’s resolve to counter what he described as the opposition’s disruptive tactics.
He stressed that the party will not be deterred by the NDC’s actions and will work to maintain the flow of government business, regardless of the Speaker’s adjournment.