The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has directed the removal of Kwaku Afriyie, the Member of Parliament for Sefwi Wiawso, due to his contemptuous remarks in the parliamentary chamber.

The incident took place after the Speaker announced new Supreme Court judge nominations.

Although the specifics of Afriyie's comments were not captured by the microphone, Speaker Bagbin found them disrespectful and promptly ordered the MP to leave the chamber.

"I will not entertain such disrespect. Marshal, please take him out," the Speaker commanded.

Speaker Bagbin has previously cautioned MPs against making passing and derogatory comments during sessions, a behavior that has been prevalent.

However, this marks the first time the Speaker has enforced such a measure.

Breaking: Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin walks out MP for Sefwi Wiawso Hon. Kwaku Afriyie over ‘rude remarks’. pic.twitter.com/griM4nyU51— GTV Ghana (@GTV_Ghana) July 22, 2024