Ghanaian Parliament Speaker's Warning on Abuse of Parliamentary Privilege

Ghanaian Parliament Speaker Warns MPs Against Abusing Privilege to Evade Investigations Ghana's Parliament is currently in session, and its Speaker, Alban Bagbin, has issued a stern warning to Members of Parliament (MPs) against misusing their parliamentary privilege to avoid legitimate investigations. Speaking at the opening of the second meeting of the Ninth Parliament, Bagbin emphasized that while the Parliament will not tolerate politically motivated attacks against its members, it will also not protect those who break the law. "Even those of you sitting together, the three of you that have been identified, the zoom is on the three of you," Bagbin stated, referring to ongoing investigations. He further stressed that the Parliament's cameras and CCTV systems would ensure accountability. "Shouts, noises will not compel me to take action. You know what to do." This warning underscores the importance of accountability and the rule of law, even within the privileged environment of Parliament. Bagbin's remarks highlight a commitment to transparency and a rejection of impunity. The ongoing investigations and the Speaker's firm stance suggest a move towards greater accountability within the Ghanaian legislative body.