Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin
Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, has advised Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin to seek guidance from the Supreme Court following Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to reject a request to recall Parliament.
Speaking in an interview on Joy News on November 27, 2024, Dafeamekpor questioned whether the Speaker’s action involved an interpretation of Article 296 of the 1992 Constitution.
“Was the Speaker exercising a constitutional function in rejecting the recall request? If so, the appropriate step for the Majority Leader is to seek a constitutional interpretation from the Supreme Court,” myjoyonline.com quoted him to have said.
“Constitutional officeholders perform their functions within specific provisions of the Constitution. You cannot run to court every time such functions are exercised,” he added.
Speaker Bagbin had justified his decision by asserting that Parliament would resume its duties after the December 7 general elections.
He emphasised the need to prioritise national interest and ensure a smooth transition to the 9th Parliament of the Fourth Republic.
“The House will reconvene after the elections to address all pressing matters and facilitate a seamless transition to the next Parliament,” the Speaker stated, urging decorum in parliamentary engagements.
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