The Minority in Parliament has strongly objected to Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to suspend three of its members from parliamentary duties for two weeks, starting January 31, 2025.

The suspension stems from a tense altercation during the vetting of Kwabena Mintah Akandoh and Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa at the Appointments Committee on the night of January 30, 2025.

Those affected include Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Second Minority Whip Jerry Ahmed Shaib, and Gushegu MP Alhassan Sulemana Tampuli. Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor was also sanctioned.

In a statement issued on Saturday, February 1, the Minority Caucus strongly condemned the Speaker’s decision, calling it politically motivated and an overreach of authority.

“We categorically reject the suspension of three MPs and demand an immediate reversal of this politically charged decision. If this unjustifiable action, it will set a precedent where the Speaker becomes an unchecked authority, weaponising disciplinary measures against those who do not align with his preferred political narratives.”The Minority Caucus stressed that Parliament must adhere to democratic ideals and guarantee equity in its proceedings.“Parliament must remain a bastion of democracy, not an institution of oppression. The Ghanian people deserve a Parliament where all voices are heard, not one where members are punished for their commitment due to process and accountability,” parts of the statement read.