Ghana's parliament chief Alban Bagbin wants lawmakers to speak their native tongues during official meetings. The Speaker believes African nations cannot grow strong when they depend on foreign languages for important business. Bagbin made these comments during a recent event about making parliament more open to the public. He thinks it's time for Ghana's traditional languages to take center stage in government halls. The plan will help connect everyday citizens with their elected representatives.
Parliament already has rules allowing members to use local dialects during debates and discussions. Standing Order 63 permits any lawmaker to speak their home language as long as someone translates the words into English for everyone else. Bagbin explained that members can express themselves in their mother tongue when they provide clear translations afterward. The current system requires a smooth conversion between local speech and the official English language. This approach ensures all parliament members can follow what each speaker says.
The Speaker announced that Parliament will soon hire professional language experts to assist with translations. These interpreters will support lawmakers who want to use their traditional languages during official proceedings. Bagbin emphasized that having skilled translators will make the process work better for everyone involved. The new team will bridge communication gaps between different language groups in parliament. This move represents a significant step toward celebrating Ghana's rich linguistic heritage within the government.
Parliament already has rules allowing members to use local dialects during debates and discussions. Standing Order 63 permits any lawmaker to speak their home language as long as someone translates the words into English for everyone else. Bagbin explained that members can express themselves in their mother tongue when they provide clear translations afterward. The current system requires a smooth conversion between local speech and the official English language. This approach ensures all parliament members can follow what each speaker says.
The Speaker announced that Parliament will soon hire professional language experts to assist with translations. These interpreters will support lawmakers who want to use their traditional languages during official proceedings. Bagbin emphasized that having skilled translators will make the process work better for everyone involved. The new team will bridge communication gaps between different language groups in parliament. This move represents a significant step toward celebrating Ghana's rich linguistic heritage within the government.
