Political Stalling: NDC Accused of Playing Hide and Seek by Majority Chief Whip in Parliament

The Majority in Parliament has accused the Minority of engaging in obstructive political tactics and prioritizing their own interests over those of the country. The Minority has been continuously boycotting sittings of the House, leaving the building after registering their names to prevent a quorum for proceedings.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the chief whip for the Majority, expressed his dissatisfaction with the Minority’s actions. He questioned whether they were fulfilling their duty as representatives of the people. Annoh-Dompreh pointed out that the Minority MPs were selectively choosing when to participate in parliamentary business, which is unacceptable.

Annoh-Dompreh emphasized that the Ghanaian Parliament is responsible for conducting both government and private business. He criticized the Minority for raising the issue of quorum but not enforcing it when their members raised a matter of urgent public importance. He called on the Minority to adopt a more principled position instead of engaging in picking and choosing tactics.

Dr. Ato Forson, the Minority Leader, defended the boycotts of House sittings. He argued that the Majority has enough MPs to form a quorum without the support of the Minority. Forson stated that the NDC should not be expected to do government business for the NPP while they are campaigning and using government resources. He urged the Majority to come to the floor and do their business for the benefit of all Ghanaians.

In response to the escalating persecution of their colleague, James Gyakye Quayson, Forson warned that the NDC would no longer announce their approach in the future. He emphasized that all options are on the table on a daily basis. The NDC is determined not to compromise and expects the Majority to prioritize the interests of the country.