In a significant development within Ghana's parliamentary landscape, the outgoing Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, introduced Alexander Afenyo-Markin as his successor during parliamentary proceedings on Friday, February 23, 2024. Afenyo-Markin, previously serving as the Deputy Majority Leader, has now ascended to the role of Majority Leader, following the official endorsement of the New Patriotic Party's National Council.

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The decision to elevate Afenyo-Markin aligns with recent parliamentary procedures and Speaker Alban SK Bagbin's ruling on the selection process. The confirmation of leadership changes followed a meeting chaired by the NPP's General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, which included members of the Majority Caucus. Recommendations from the National Executive Committee (NEC) regarding the reshuffle were considered and approved during this meeting.

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The formal announcement of these leadership changes will be made on the parliamentary floor by the Speaker, following the receipt of a detailed letter from the NPP General Secretary confirming the changes. This process adheres to Order 6 of the Standing Orders of Parliament (2024), as interpreted by Speaker Alban SK Bagbin, emphasizing the role of parliamentary caucuses in leadership selection.

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The ceremonial transition will see Kyei Mensah Bonsu and KT Hammond install Alexander Afenyo-Markin as the new Majority Leader, who will then outline his vision and commitments in his inaugural address.

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The newly appointed Majority Front Bench leadership team includes Patricia Appiagyei as Deputy Majority Leader, Frank Annoh Dompreh as Majority Chief Whip, Habib Iddrisu as First Deputy Majority Chief Whip, and Alex Tetteh Djornobuah as Second Deputy Majority Chief Whip.

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