The Supreme Court will deliver a ruling today, Tuesday November 12, on the contested decision to declare four parliamentary seats vacant, a case that has sparked political debate and raised questions about the Speaker of Parliament's constitutional authority.

Initially scheduled for Monday, November 11, the court postponed its judgment until today, November 12.

The case, initiated by Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, questions Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to declare the seats vacant without judicial approval or the initiation of by-elections.

At the heart of the dispute is Bagbin’s interpretation of the 1992 Constitution concerning parliamentary vacancies. On October 17, 2024, Bagbin deemed the four seats vacant, arguing that the MPs in question had violated constitutional requirements, thus justifying their removal.

Afenyo-Markin contends that Bagbin acted beyond his constitutional limits, insisting that only the judiciary has the authority to interpret the Constitution in such cases.

He argues that Bagbin’s decision bypasses proper legal processes and effectively denies those constituencies their right to representation.

Following Afenyo-Markin’s suit, the Supreme Court issued an injunction preventing further action regarding the seats until a final judgment.

Bagbin, however, challenged this injunction, arguing that it restricted his duties as Speaker and that his declaration was necessary to maintain parliamentary integrity.

The court dismissed Bagbin’s motion to lift the injunction, reinforcing its stance and paving the way for today’s crucial ruling on the matter.