The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful has called on Speaker Alban Bagbin to restore order in the House, cautioning that the ongoing turmoil could tarnish the legacy of the 8th Parliament, marking it as the worst in Ghana’s history.

Owusu-Ekuful voiced her concerns regarding the escalating disorder in Parliament, highlighting that it falls on the Speaker to take decisive action to prevent further disruptions.

She recalled the chaotic atmosphere during Bagbin's election as Speaker, stressing the need for strong leadership to uphold Parliament's integrity.

Her comments come at a time when tensions are running high, with both the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and National Democratic Congress (NDC) factions asserting their claims to majority status, which has exacerbated conflicts.

Speaking to the media during the launch of an industry forum and the inauguration of an independent assessor by the Cyber Security Authority, she urged all parties to prioritize peace and stability within Parliament for the nation's advancement.

“I am deeply worried about the negative image that this 8th Parliament is cultivating as the most chaotic we have ever witnessed. This reflects poorly on Parliament and is detrimental to its reputation. Rowdiness and confrontations have no place here,” she stated.

Owusu-Ekuful further implored the Speaker to engage with parliamentary leadership to address these challenges calmly, asserting that such an approach would ultimately benefit both Parliament and democracy.

“If we’re not careful, we risk doing a great disservice to ourselves and future generations, and we may be remembered as the worst Parliament, if not one of the worst led by a Speaker whose role is to maintain order in the House,” she cautioned.

She also expressed hope that Bagbin would avoid letting the situation deteriorate under his leadership. “Given the contentious circumstances surrounding his election, we certainly don’t want his tenure to end in more discord. It is crucial for him to promote a spirit of calm and collaboration,” she added.