Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has rejected claims of a potential confrontation in Parliament when it reconvenes on Tuesday, October 22.

He assured that if tensions rise, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) members would opt to walk out instead of engaging in any conflict.

This statement follows a press conference held by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Sunday, where they announced their plans to take control of the Majority side of Parliament.

This move comes in light of Speaker Alban Bagbin’s recent ruling that declared four parliamentary seats vacant.

The NDC has indicated their intention to occupy the Majority side and push forward on several legislative issues, including amendments to the Communication Tax (e-levy) and the appointment of a new Second Deputy Speaker.

During an appearance on Peace FM on Monday, October 21, the Effutu MP stressed that the NPP is well aware of the ongoing legal proceedings related to the parliamentary situation.

He mentioned that the NPP has already approached the Supreme Court for clarification on the Speaker’s ruling, which resulted in the Court issuing a directive.

Afenyo-Markin revealed that a bailiff from the Supreme Court is expected to serve Parliament with the Court’s orders on Monday.

“As far as we are concerned, the Supreme Court has issued a directive, and Parliament will be served. If the need arises, we will simply walk out,” Afenyo-Markin stated.

His comments aim to mitigate expectations of a dramatic showdown in the chamber.

He emphasized that the NPP is committed to following the Court’s orders rather than indulging in political theatrics.

The upcoming session has drawn considerable public attention due to the Speaker’s contentious ruling, which has left the NDC with 136 seats, giving them a narrow majority, while the NPP holds 135. The Speaker's decision and the subsequent intervention by the Supreme Court have sparked a constitutional debate regarding the balance of power within Parliament and the judiciary's role in parliamentary affairs.

Despite the prevailing tensions, Afenyo-Markin’s statements reflect the NPP's intention to navigate the situation by adhering to the legal framework rather than escalating conflicts.