Effutu Member of Parliament and Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has expressed satisfaction with the Supreme Court’s decision to stay the execution of Speaker Alban Bagbin’s controversial ruling, which had declared the seats of four MPs vacant.
The affected MPs—Cynthia Morrison (Agona West), Kwadjo Asante (Suhum), Andrew Amoako Asiamah (Fomena), and Peter Kwakye Ackah (Amenfi Central)—faced losing their positions following Bagbin’s declaration.
However, the court’s intervention has temporarily halted any immediate actions regarding their removal.
Addressing the media after the ruling, Afenyo-Markin welcomed the outcome, framing it as a victory for democratic processes and the rule of law.
He stressed that their approach had always been guided by constitutional principles, highlighting the importance of allowing legal processes to determine the final outcome.
His measured tone reflected a commitment to maintaining the integrity of parliamentary representation, even as the political tensions surrounding the case continue to simmer.
“We are democrats. We don’t believe in violence. We don’t believe in mischief and unnecessary political chaos. We came to court believing that the court would do right and indeed the court has just done it. The rights of those MPs have been reinforced, as well as the rights of those constituents who elected them.
“I will leave the Ghanaian public to peruse the full ruling of the court and then the discussions can continue,” he stated.
Afenyo Markin highlighted the importance of the court’s ruling in upholding democratic processes, urging the public to review the full details of the judgment.
Meanwhile, with the Supreme Court’s stay of execution, any actions following the Speaker’s ruling are temporarily suspended. This means that the affected MPs retain their positions in Parliament until the court delivers a final verdict.
This legal standoff is expected to have a significant impact on the political dynamics within Parliament, where every seat can influence legislative decisions. Further updates on the case will be provided as developments unfold.
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