5th February 2025 5:00:00 AM
1 min readThe Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has refuted allegations that he is acting in an authoritarian manner towards Members of Parliament (MPs) following his recent decision to suspend four MPs for misconduct.
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In a statement to the House on Tuesday, February 4, Bagbin expressed his disagreement with these claims.
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He highlighted the crucial need for strong leadership and order within Parliament.
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“Some members of the House have referred to me as a headmaster, treating Honourable Members like students. I reject that assertion,” he stated.
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He, however, assured that "where there are students, there must be a headmaster. If you don’t have a headmaster, you know what is going to happen to the school.”
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He also quoted a Latin phrase to highlight the obligations of lawmakers.
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“To whom much is given, much is expected,” adding that "you are not called Honourable for nothing. They expect so much from you. And don’t forget that there is life after Parliament.”
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The Speaker’s remarks follow the suspension of four MPs, a move that has sparked intense discussions among fellow lawmakers and political analysts. Some have supported the decision, viewing it as essential for upholding order, while others believe it challenges the democratic principles of the House.
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In contrast, the leaders of both sides of the House have urged the Speaker to reconsider his decision, citing the MPs' apparent regret for their actions.
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Upon considering the plea, the Speaker reversed the suspension.
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