Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin warned legislators on Tuesday that he would enforce strict disciplinary measures following disorderly conduct during the judicial appointment hearing for Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie. The parliamentary leader stated he would return with forceful action rather than gentle guidance to address violations of legislative decorum.
Bagbin reminded members that parliamentary regulations forbid hostile language and baseless accusations during proceedings. He emphasized that legislative sessions must demonstrate the institutional dignity befitting a primary government organ while respecting the judiciary as an equal branch under Article 125(1) of the 1992 Constitution.
The warning followed Monday's heated exchange between Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin and Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga. The confrontation emerged when Ayariga blocked Afenyo-Markin from delivering preliminary statements, asserting the issue had been previously addressed through a floor motion.
Bagbin reminded members that parliamentary regulations forbid hostile language and baseless accusations during proceedings. He emphasized that legislative sessions must demonstrate the institutional dignity befitting a primary government organ while respecting the judiciary as an equal branch under Article 125(1) of the 1992 Constitution.
The warning followed Monday's heated exchange between Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin and Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga. The confrontation emerged when Ayariga blocked Afenyo-Markin from delivering preliminary statements, asserting the issue had been previously addressed through a floor motion.
