MPs Archives - Ghana News Express

“Let your conduct reflect high esteem of Parliament,”-Speaker Bagbin urges MPs

12Jun

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

“Let your conduct reflect high esteem of Parliament,”-Speaker Bagbin urges MPs

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has charged members of Parliament (MPs) to respect the rules and regulations guiding the business of the House and refrain from any unparliamentary conduct that could tarnish the image of Parliament. "The Parliament of Ghana is highly ranked globally. People respect us. So, we are well branded and marketed globally, and it inures to your benefit," Speaker Bagbin noted. Speaker Bagbin referenced instances where Ghanaian parliamentarians who contested positions outside were elected without opposition because of the high regard accorded the Parliament of Ghana. Speaker Bagbin gave the admonition in reference to the chaotic scenes on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, over the First Deputy Speaker's refusal to allow Dr Nana Ayew Afriy...

Speaker cracks down on MPs, ministers over offices of profit

11Jun

By ghnewsexpress2 Comments

Politics

Speaker cracks down on MPs, ministers over offices of profit

The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has directed all Members of Parliament (MPs), ministers, and deputy ministers to regularize their positions regarding offices of profit or emolument within 14 days. According to the Speaker, some MPs and ministers have allegedly been accepting appointments to various boards, committees, and external positions without seeking permission, which is a constitutional requirement. "The Constitution is clear on this matter. Article 98 of the Constitution is a constitutional imperative. "No member or minister may self-interpret compliance or act on the assumption that failure to comply with the procedure or silence amounts to approval by the Speaker," he said in formal communication to them on Tuesday. The Speaker emphasized ...

Bagbin lifts suspension on four MPs, investigations to Continue

5Feb

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

Politics

Bagbin lifts suspension on four MPs, investigations to Continue

Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Bagbin, has lifted the suspension on four Members of Parliament (MPs) effective Tuesday, February 4, 2025. The MPs were initially suspended for two weeks, starting from Friday, January 31, 2025, for their involvement in the chaotic scenes that erupted during the vetting of ministerial nominees. Although the suspension has been lifted, Mr Bagbin emphasised that investigations into the matter will continue, with a report to be compiled and presented to the House for further decision-making. "... A report will be compiled and presented to the House for further decision-making. This development marks a significant update in the Parliamentary proceedings, which have been closely watched following the recent disruptions," Mr Bagbin sai...

Dr Lawrence Tetteh urges MPs to live above reproach

2Feb

By ghnewsexpressNo Comments

News

Dr Lawrence Tetteh urges MPs to live above reproach

Dr Lawrence Tetteh, President/Founder Worldwide Outreach Ministry and an International Evangelist, has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) and politicians to live above reproach and have their lives reflect their title "honourable". He said the disruption of the vetting of Ministerial Nominees and the subsequent destruction of some equipment used for the vetting on Thursday, January 30, was very unfortunate. "It is very sad that we allow Parliament to go through what is it going through now. But as much as we want to respect them, they must also create an atmosphere that will give room for people to honour them, because they are our leaders, and we want them to set good examples for us." He said. Dr Tetteh said this when he preached to climax of the Prayerfest2025 of the Marana...