In a pivotal turn of events, the Supreme Court of Ghana has put a temporary hold on the enforcement of a ruling made by Speaker Alban Bagbin, which declared the parliamentary seats of four MPs vacant.
The MPs affected by the ruling—Cynthia Morrison (Agona West), Kwadjo Asante (Suhum), Andrew Amoako Asiamah (Fomena), and Peter Kwakye Ackah (Amenfi Central)—have received a legal reprieve as the court reviews the matter.
This legal dispute was initiated after former Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu filed a motion, citing constitutional clauses that compel MPs who change political affiliations or run as independents to vacate their seats. Bagbin’s decision to act on this motion stirred controversy, leading to heightened political tension and sparking a judicial review.
The Supreme Court’s stay of execution ensures the MPs retain their seats for now, preserving the current balance in Parliament until a final judgment is rendered. This development delays any potential political shifts in the legislative body, further intensifying the political standoff in Ghana.
