Minority Leader Accuses Speaker of Overstepping Authority

Recent controversies in Parliament have emerged regarding the authority of the Speaker to unilaterally establish committees and suspend Members of Parliament (MPs) without due process. Member of Parliament John Darko criticized the Speaker for exceeding his powers by setting up an ad-hoc committee to investigate chaos during a recent session, arguing that such actions should be decided by the House through a motion. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin echoed these concerns, stating the Speaker acted beyond legal mandates and deprived suspended MPs of their rights by not adhering to established procedures. Afenyo-Markin emphasized that any disciplinary actions should involve committee deliberations and formal hearings, which were not observed. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) plans to submit a formal memo addressing these issues, seeking clarity and a fair process for affected members. This situation reflects ongoing tensions and procedural disputes within Parliament, raising questions about governance and authority.