Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin has been officially sworn in as the Speaker of the 9th Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana. His swearing-in ceremony took place on January 7, 2025, following his endorsement by President-elect John Dramani Mahama.Bagbin’s re-election further cements his legacy in Ghana's parliamentary history, having previously served as Speaker during the 8th Parliament.

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The proceedings commenced with newly confirmed Majority Leader Cassiel Ato Forson nominating Bagbin for the Speaker role, stating, “I move that Hon Alban Bagbin do take the chair of this House as the Speaker of the 9th Parliament.”The motion was seconded by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, although he raised concerns over the nomination process, citing a lack of consultation from the President-elect.

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Despite the objections, Clerk of Parliament Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror dismissed the concerns, emphasizing their irrelevance to the formalities of seconding the motion.Chief Justice Gertrude Esaaba Torkornoo then administered the Oath of Office, officially confirming Bagbin's position as Speaker.In his acceptance speech, Bagbin called for unity and pledged to work impartially for the smooth functioning of the House.

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This event marks a significant moment in Ghana’s parliamentary history, with Bagbin continuing to lead a legislature dominated by the National Democratic Congress (NDC), which holds a commanding majority.

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