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‘PWDs deserve equal opportunities’ – Ayariga calls for quota system
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has called for legislation to compel institutions, factories, and government agencies to reserve a quota of jobs for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), arguing that such a move is necessary to promote inclusion and address unemployment among the group. Contributing to a statement on the fl...
“Who should compensate whom?” – Afenyo-Markin questions amidst heated debate on slavery reparations
A heated exchange erupted in Parliament on Friday as the Majority and Minority leaders debated the growing global push for reparatory justice linked to the Transatlantic Slave Trade. The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, questioned the dominant narrative around reparations, arguing that discussions on compensat...
Housing Minister pledges action on flooding, housing, water ahead of rainy season
The Minister for Works, Housing, and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has assured Parliament that the government is intensifying efforts to address flooding, housing shortages, water challenges, and coastal erosion as the country prepares for the upcoming rainy season.
Parliament backs disability reforms to promote inclusion and equity for PWDs
Parliament has pledged to support reforms that align with Ghana’s legal framework and international standards to combat discrimination and exclusion against Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
NPP MPs push for structured crisis response for Ghanaians overseas
The Minority in Parliament has called for a comprehensive reintegration plan for citizens evacuated from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, arguing that repatriation flights alone are insufficient without long-term support measures. “A flight home is not a policy,” the caucus told parliament, urging the governm...
Minority accuses Foreign Affairs Minister of sidestepping Parliament over foreign agreements
The Minority in Parliament has accused Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa of failing to lay before Parliament international agreements that require legislative approval, alleging a growing trend of executive overreach in Ghana’s foreign policy processes.
Security agencies don’t need my permission to arrest or invite MPs for questioning – Bagbin
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Kingsford Bagbin, has clarified that security agencies are not required to seek his permission before arresting or inviting a Member of Parliament for questioning. Rather, he said, their responsibility is to formally inform his office once such action is taken, along with the circumstances...
Focus on protecting Ghanaians in South Africa, not publicity- Minority tells Ablakwa
The Minority in Parliament has urged the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to prioritise the safety, welfare and evacuation of Ghanaians affected by ongoing xenophobic attacks in South Africa, rather than what it describes as excessive publicity surrounding the government’s response. According to t...
PAC calls for annual publication of government arrears after GH¢8.1bn in claims rejected
Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is urging the government to institutionalise the annual publication of all arrears, outstanding claims, and commitments as part of efforts to tighten fiscal discipline. The recommendation follows the Auditor-General’s rejection of GH¢8.1 billion in questionable payment claim...
Mahama’s words can slow Parliament – Bishop Gyamfi worried over LGBTQ bill delay
President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Matthew K. Gyamfi, has warned that recent comments by the presidency on the LGBTQ bill could slow down parliamentary action on the legislation.
Ghana’s Parliament among the most transparent in Africa – Mahama Ayariga
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has described Ghana’s Parliament as one of the most transparent legislative institutions on the African continent, stating that it currently ranks second in Africa for openness and public accessibility.
Parliament breaks for Easter after passing key bills
Parliament is expected to rise today for the Easter recess, drawing the First Meeting of the Second Session of the 9th Parliament to a close after nearly two months of legislative work.