The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has commended its 'Majority' Caucus in Parliament for their steadfast commitment to the rule of law, particularly during a contentious parliamentary sitting on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

The NPP Majority, led by  Alexander Afenyo-Markin, was praised for displaying maturity amid what the NPP described as "extreme provocation" from the 'Minority' Caucus of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).

Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Wednesday, October 23, the General Secretary of the party Mr Justin Frimpong Koduah hailed the Majority's efforts to resist what it views as an unconstitutional attempt by the Speaker of Parliament, Rt.  Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to reconfigure the balance of power in Parliament.

He emphasized that the Supreme Court had sided with the Majority’s position, ordering the Speaker to rescind his decision, which the NPP claimed was motivated by partisan interests.

"The NPP's fidelity to the rule of law and protection of the peace and stability of our country remains unmatched," the statement read.

He went on to remind the public that, as of the inauguration of the 8th Parliament in January 2021, the Majority consists of 138 MPs, including an Independent Member, while the NDC’s Minority comprises 137 MPs. The party reaffirmed that this balance remains unchanged pending further rulings by the Supreme Court.

The NPP used the opportunity to call on Speaker Bagbin to refrain from adopting a partisan posture and instead uphold the constitution in his role.

The party underscored that the Speaker, as a referee in the House, must act neutrally and not as a participant in political battles, reminding him that the Constitution of Ghana is supreme, not Parliament.

Citing legal precedents, the NPP emphasized that all arms of government, including Parliament, are subject to the Constitution.

The party quoted rulings from the Supreme Court to reinforce the supremacy of constitutional law over parliamentary decisions.

The statement also took aim at the NDC, accusing its leadership and Minority Caucus of undermining Ghana's democracy in a desperate bid to seize power.

The NPP warned that such actions threaten the peace, stability, and economic progress the country currently enjoys.

The party further echoed the words of its Presidential Candidate, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, advising the NDC to focus on winning seats through the electoral process rather than resorting to parliamentary tactics.

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