Ghana’s Ninth Parliament has concluded its second sitting for the year, adjourning *sine die* on Friday, August 1, 2025, after 43 sessions marked by intense scrutiny, policy debates, and political clashes.
Closing the meeting, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin reiterated his side’s resolve to keep the Mahama administration in check.
He raised alarm over rising incidents of electoral violence—particularly in Ablekuma North—escalating illegal mining, growing threats to press freedom, and what he described as “state-sponsored intimidation of Ghanaian-owned businesses.”
He cited the demolition of McDan Group’s warehouse as a prime example and paid homage to the late Akwatia MP, Ernest Yaw Kumi.
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga responded with a strong rebuke, dismissing the allegations and accusing the opposition of selective outrage.
He defended the government’s record, pointing to over a thousand illegal mining prosecutions as proof of its resolve to enforce the law.
Ayariga also encouraged MPs to look after their health during the break, while Speaker Alban Bagbin—through a statement read by First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor—thanked legislators for their commitment to legislative business.
During this meeting, Parliament considered 497 questions, passed 8 out of 13 bills, enforced 6 out of 11 instruments, reviewed 73 statements, adopted 10 business statements and 6 resolutions, and ratified several key reports.
While the main chamber enters recess until October 2025, committees remain empowered to convene as needed.
Speaker Bagbin reminded members that recess should be used to reconnect with their constituents—not as a holiday, but as an opportunity to deepen Ghana’s democracy through fieldwork and community engagement.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
