The Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Andrews Asiamah Amoako, had a heated exchange with Minority Leader Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin over the adjournment of the House during a parliamentary session.
During the sitting on February 21, 2025, Afenyo-Markin insisted that the case regarding the Akwatia MP, Ernest Yaw Kumi, be debated after the application was brought up for discussion.
He argued that, regardless of the timing, it was imperative for Members of Parliament to deliberate on the issue to make informed decisions.
In a heated rant on the floor of Parliament, the Effutu constituency MP declared, “We will not adjourn the House, Mr. Speaker. We will argue the case today. There will be no adjournment; let us argue the issues. You brought your application, but you are running away!”
However, the Second Deputy Speaker, who was chairing proceedings, did not heed Afenyo-Markin’s demands and proceeded to adjourn the House, citing time constraints.
“Honorable members, the time is five to four o’clock; you are in my hands. The House is accordingly adjourned,” Asiamah Amoako announced.
He then stood up and left his seat, prompting MPs to vacate the chamber.
The argument arose after the Majority in Parliament objected to Ernest Yaw Kumi making a statement in the House following his conviction by the Koforidua High Court.
The Minority expressed displeasure with the decision and urged the Second Deputy Speaker to table the case for discussion.
They sought clarity on whether Kumi could contribute to parliamentary deliberations while his case was still in court. However, their request was denied.
Watch the exchange between Afenyo-Markin and Asiamah below:
2nd Deputy Speaker Vs Hon. Afenyo-Markin
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February 21, 2025
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