Ghana’s 8th Parliament of the Fourth Republic has officially been dissolved today, January 6, 2025, to pave the way for the inauguration of the 9th Parliament at midnight. This marks the conclusion of the legislative term that began on January 7, 2021.
The final sitting was presided over by the Speaker of Parliament, the Right Honourable Alban Bagbin. Members of Parliament are wrapping up outstanding business and delivering farewell remarks as the session draws to a close.
The 8th Parliament, one of the most hotly contested in Ghana’s history, initially saw both the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) holding 137 seats each, with one Independent MP tipping the balance.
Later tonight, newly elected Members of Parliament will be sworn in, ushering in the 9th Parliament. The session will also see the election of a new Speaker or the re-election of the current Speaker.
Click here to watch a playback of the dissolution:
By: Ekow Annan/newsalertgh.com
