The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly criticized the suspension of three of its Members of Parliament (MPs) by Speaker Alban Bagbin, calling his actions autocratic and a serious threat to the democratic processes within Ghana’s Parliament.

The suspensions, which also affected a Member of Parliament from the National Democratic Congress (NDC), stemmed from a chaotic scene during the vetting of ministerial nominees on January 30, 2025.

The disruption led to heated debates, accusations of misconduct, and a breakdown of order in the legislature.

In a statement issued on February 3, Justin Kodua Frimpong, the NPP’s General Secretary, voiced the party’s strong opposition to the Speaker’s decision, pledging full support for the suspended MPs.

He accused Speaker Bagbin of disregarding the Constitution and undermining the principles of natural justice in making his decision.

“The Party sees this selective and autocratic posture of the Speaker as very dangerous, with all these actions packaged to cow the Minority into submission, consequently weakening its potential to hold the government accountable,” the statement read.

Frimpong went on to declare that the NPP does not accept the Speaker’s ruling, asserting that it was a violation of both the Constitution and fair parliamentary procedures.

He also expressed concern that the move was designed to undermine the opposition’s ability to act as a check on the government.

“The Party hereby reiterates its position that it stands with its eighty-eight (88) gallant members to address all forms of repression and unfairness in the application of the rules governing Parliament and the Nation,” he added.

In response to the suspensions, the NPP has vowed to resist any efforts aimed at diminishing the role of the Minority in Parliament.

The party emphasized its commitment to holding the government accountable and safeguarding the integrity of the parliamentary process.

The controversy surrounding Speaker Bagbin’s actions continues to fuel debates about parliamentary conduct and the balance of power between the Majority and Minority parties in Ghana’s legislature.