First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Joseph Osei-Owusu, has stated that he has no interest in assuming the role of Majority Leader.

He expressed contentment with his current position as the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament when asked if he would consider becoming the new Majority Leader following the resignation of Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu.

He mentioned that although he had come across potential candidates speculated in the media to succeed Mr. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, the Majority Caucus has not reached a decision yet.

Before Mr. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu declared his resignation, the First Deputy Speaker had spearheaded the Majority caucus in convening a press conference.

During this conference, he emphasized that any assertions suggesting the Majority Caucus intended to alter its leadership should be dismissed.

However, after Mr Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu’s resignation, the Bekwai MP said, “I am personally disappointed that Kyei decided to stand down; he has been a fantastic leader who is extremely hardworking and I would have wished that he stayed on to the end.”

Speaking to the press, Mr Osei-Owusu said, “Kyei’s resignation got to me as a surprise. As to what got to him, I am sure we better let him explain.”