Cool heads would prevail- Afenyo-Markin on Supreme Court

Shortly after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmakers, Majority leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin faced reporters to share his thoughts on the contentious parliamentary dispute.

In a measured tone, Afenyo-Markin expressed hope that the court’s decision would pave the way for a more collaborative and reflective approach between the two main political parties, underscoring the importance of Ghana’s progress.

“It’s time to let cooler heads prevail,” he told a Channel One TV reporter. “We need a period of reflection, and we need to bind our dealings with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to the larger interests of the nation.”

He emphasized his commitment to working alongside Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin, aiming to foster a consensus that prioritizes the country over party lines. “Speaker Bagbin is currently out of jurisdiction, but once he returns, we’ll sit down, look at the bigger picture, and hopefully reach a mutually beneficial outcome,” Afenyo-Markin added, signaling a forward-looking approach.

The court’s ruling, which came through a 5-2 majority, has overturned the Speaker’s decision to declare four parliamentary seats vacant, a move that had sparked intense debate and legal action.

The court’s final written judgment is scheduled for release on November 13, with Attorney General Godfred Dame remarking that the Speaker would be expected to comply with this decision.

Dame emphasized that the ruling should bring stability to parliamentary proceedings, stating, “The Supreme Court’s decision must be respected, and all parties must honour this as we work towards the legislative goals of our country.”

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