Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has reaffirmed his commitment to safeguard Ghana’s sovereignty and uphold its democratic principles amidst potential government interference.
This firm stance follows a directive from President Akufo-Addo, dated March 18, 2024, instructing Parliament not to transmit the anti-LGBTQ bill for his approval.
In a Facebook post, Speaker Bagbin unequivocally stated, “The Parliament of Ghana under my leadership will resist any attempts to undermine our democracy.
“We will not allow the government to disregard the will of the people as expressed through their elected representatives.”
The Speaker emphasized the significance of protecting Ghana’s cultural heritage and reclaiming elements lost due to historical injustices.
“Our cultural values have suffered greatly due to colonialism and the slave trade. It is our duty as the current generation to protect what remains and even restore what has been lost,” Bagbin emphasized.
He urged President Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to avoid trivializing the democratic process.
“I urge the government, led by Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, to avoid actions that undermine our democratic traditions,” Bagbin cautioned.
He urged President Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to avoid trivializing the democratic process.
The Speaker concluded by expressing gratitude to Ghanaians for their steadfast commitment to upholding truth and democracy.
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