Loss of Incumbent MPs Not Good For Legislation - Speaker Alban Bagbin

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Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has raised alarm over the considerable number of sitting Members of Parliament (MPs) who lost their seats during the primaries of both the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC). 

The loss of 28 NPP MPs and 17 NDC MPs in their respective primaries signals a notable shift in parliamentary representation.

Related To This: Exit of Experienced MPs Will Negatively Affect Parliament - Henry Quartey

Impact of Incumbent MP Defeats on National Governance

In a somber reflection on the depletion of seasoned legislators, Speaker Alban Bagbin underscored the negative repercussions of the departure of these MPs on Ghana's legislative landscape. Such turnover, he noted, represents a loss of institutional knowledge and experience crucial for effective governance and democratic advancement.

Electoral Dynamics and Party Endorsement

Highlighting the critical role of party endorsement in securing candidacy, Speaker Bagbin lamented the unexpected departures and voluntary withdrawals of MPs seeking reelection. He stressed that the successful continuity of experienced lawmakers is pivotal for legislative efficacy and continuity in shaping Ghana's democratic trajectory.


Need for Internal Party Reform and Reflection

Amidst these electoral transitions, Speaker Bagbin urged political parties to introspect and address the internal mechanisms influencing candidate selection. He emphasized the need to safeguard investment in MPs whose tenure enhances parliamentary efficiency and national governance, advocating for a holistic approach to retaining experienced voices within the legislative realm.

Related To This: Exit of Experienced MPs is a Threat to Our Democracy - Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

Majority Leader's Plea for Procedural Review

Echoing Speaker Bagbin's concerns, Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu called for a reevaluation of party election procedures to shield incumbent MPs from potential electoral vulnerabilities. He emphasized the pivotal role of streamlined selection processes in fortifying the operational effectiveness of parliament and fostering the growth of democratic principles within the country.

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