Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah is a Government Spokesperson
Government Spokesperson on Governance and Security, Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has addressed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during a segment on TV3’s Key Points monitored by MyNewsGH.com, where he characterized their petition for Speaker Alban Bagbin to declare four parliamentary seats vacant as a “wild goose chase.”
Dr. Boakye-Danquah expressed strong opinions on the matter, stating, “I did not find ambiguity whatsoever. I think that the Minority was on a wild goose chase to become the Majority in less than a day.
“How can that happen in this democracy?” His comments reflect a broader concern regarding the stability and integrity of democratic processes in Ghana, where party dynamics can shift dramatically.
The controversy centres on the Supreme Court’s ruling on Friday, October 18, 2024, directed Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to suspend his decision declaring four parliamentary seats vacant. This ruling, which has significant political implications, comes at a critical time, as both parties battle to maintain influence in Parliament ahead of the 2024 elections.
However, Dr. Boakye-Danquah argues that the NDC is misguided in their approach. Drawing parallels to past situations, he highlighted that the current MPs involved have not provided formal notice to Parliament or their respective parties, distinguishing this case from previous instances where seats were declared vacant.
Government Spokesperson on Governance and Security, Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has addressed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during a segment on TV3’s Key Points monitored by MyNewsGH.com, where he characterized their petition for Speaker Alban Bagbin to declare four parliamentary seats vacant as a “wild goose chase.”
Dr. Boakye-Danquah expressed strong opinions on the matter, stating, “I did not find ambiguity whatsoever. I think that the Minority was on a wild goose chase to become the Majority in less than a day.
“How can that happen in this democracy?” His comments reflect a broader concern regarding the stability and integrity of democratic processes in Ghana, where party dynamics can shift dramatically.
The controversy centres on the Supreme Court’s ruling on Friday, October 18, 2024, directed Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to suspend his decision declaring four parliamentary seats vacant. This ruling, which has significant political implications, comes at a critical time, as both parties battle to maintain influence in Parliament ahead of the 2024 elections.
However, Dr. Boakye-Danquah argues that the NDC is misguided in their approach. Drawing parallels to past situations, he highlighted that the current MPs involved have not provided formal notice to Parliament or their respective parties, distinguishing this case from previous instances where seats were declared vacant.
He referenced a notable incident during the tenure of former Speaker Prof. Mike Oquaye, when the Fomena seat was declared vacant after the MP opted to run as an independent candidate. “Precedence cannot apply; this is different from the past,” he explained, emphasizing the importance of adhering to proper parliamentary protocols.
According to Dr. Boakye-Danquah, the absence of notification from the current MPs undermines the legitimacy of the NDC’s petition.
