I will ensure Parliament remains an effective, responsive institution - Speaker Bagbin
Accra, Ghana - 05 Jan, 2025 - Alban Bagbin, the current Speaker of Parliament, has made a commitment to dedicate himself fully to the task ahead if confirmed as Speaker of Ghana's Ninth Parliament.
This pledge comes after President-elect John Dramani Mahama directed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Leadership to nominate Bagbin for the role.
In his acceptance speech, Bagbin stated; “I am deeply humbled by His Excellency’s confidence in my ability to lead the august House as we begin a new chapter in our nation’s democratic journey.''
“Throughout my years of service to Parliament and the people of Ghana, I have always remained loyal to Ghana and committed to the principles of justice, fairness, and respect for the rule of law.”
“I would like to take this opportunity to assure the President-Elect, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, and the people of Ghana that I will, more than before, rededicate myself fully to the task ahead of the country, working to strengthen our democratic institutions and to ensure that Parliament remains an effective and responsive institution to the needs and hopes of the people,” he added.
As Bagbin prepares to take on this new role, he does so with a wealth of experience. He has been a member of Parliament since 1993 and has served as Speaker since 2021.
Source: Lead News Online
