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Speaker Bagbin to consult new AG on Anti-LGBTQI Bill
Speaking to members of the Ghanaian community in Côte d’Ivoire on January 26, 2025, Speaker Bagbin underscored the significance of the bill
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Bagbin could face up to 10 years jail term if he defies Supreme Court-Retired Justice
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court, in a 5-2 decision, reversed Speaker Bagbin’s declaration of four parliamentary seats as vacant, effectively restoring the original arrangement within the House.
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Parliament vacant seat case full of inconsistencies-Lawyer
His comments followed the Supreme Court's decision to dismiss Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin's request to reverse an earlier ruling that paused his announcement of four parliamentary seats as vacant.
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Speaker refers fresh Supreme Court nominees to Appointment Committee
During sittings on Monday, July 22, Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin announced their nomination following a formal communication from the President.
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Suit filed to restrain parliament from probing Cecilia Dapaah case
He argues that the Speaker of Parliament or the House has no authority to direct the Attorney General to investigate or prosecute an alleged criminal case.
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Dafeamekpor’s suit does not stop Parliament from approving new ministers – Attorney-General
The AG's statement follows remarks made by the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, on Wednesday, indicating that an interlocutory injunction filed at the Supreme Court by Member of Parliament for South Dayi, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, had...
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Witchcraft bill was officially presented yesterday, says Presidency as it rejects allegations by Speaker Bagbin
Mr. Bagbin during proceedings in Parliament yesterday, November 27 had expressed displeasure over what he described as the President's lack of communication on whether he assents or disapproves of the bill
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Madina MP’s case struck out by Kaneshie District Court
Mr. Sosu was charged by the police after he led a demonstration in his constituency, to protest the bad state of roads
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SC ruling on Deputy Speakers vote: Parliament should have put in amicus brief – Martin Kpebu
“Parliament being a huge constituency in this matter; a huge stakeholder, I think we should have heard from Parliament. The central theme of this suit was going to affect Parliament,” he explained.
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Constitution is clear on Deputy Speaker’s right to vote – President Akufo-Addo
The President's comments are a reaction to a Supreme Court ruling on the matter of Deputy Speakers having the right to vote while presiding in Parliament.
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SC unanimous ruling on voting right of Deputy Speaker: Shocking but not surprising-John Mahama
In a Facebook post, Mr. Mahama also described the ruling as “An unfortunate interpretation for convenience that sets a dangerous precedent of judicial interference in Parliamentary procedure for the future.”
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SC ruling on voting right of Deputy Speaker an interference in Parliamentary Convention - Minority Leader
“Everywhere in the world, in civilized Democracies including the United Kingdom, the Presiding officer’s vote is discounted," Mr. Iddrisu noted.
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MPs, staff to show proof of vaccination before entering offices – Speaker Bagbin
In addition, the Speaker has announced that the booster shot is compulsory for MPs and workers in Parliament.
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Court issues warrant for the arrest of Madina MP
The Ghana Police Service had secured a criminal summons for the Madina MP to appear in court on November 8, 2021.
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Parliamentary Immunity: Sosu is out of the country – Speaker tells court
He is alleged to have recklessly driven into a crowd after a protest last Monday, October 25, 2021, in the Madina Constituency, directly endangering the lives of the Senior Officers and other civilians,
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We are fleshing out Standing Orders on parliamentary privileges and immunities – Dr. Ayine
While legal experts have stated that the police are not bound to seek the permission of the Speaker before effecting the arrest of an MP, some MP’s and even the Speaker of Parliament have justified the need for parliamentary immunity.
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Police proffer charges against Hon Sosu: Expected in court on November 8
On October 25, 2021, the Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis Xavier Sosu led a Demonstration in his Constituency to protest the bad state of roads.
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Tsatsu Tsikata's 50 years at the bar to be commemorated with a 3-day event
A three-day celebration will be held in Accra from August 6 to 8, 2025, to mark Tsatsu Tsikata’s 50th year at the Ghana Bar. The event will include tributes and panel discussions reflecting on his contributions to law, academia, and nationa...
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AG meets ICC Prosecutor; promises to fight crimes against humanity
He emphasized that, as a signatory to the Rome Statute, Ghana not only upholds the ICC's mission but has also made strides in aligning its legal framework with the Statute.
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100 lashes of the whip; Islamic punishment for ‘crime’ of zina-Join Dr. Mustapha Hamid
Zina is the Arabic word for illicit sex. Illicit sex is meant sex between two people who are not married to each other
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