Majority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has declared that the Majority Caucus will not engage in parliamentary proceedings if violence and political intolerance continue to define the country’s political space.
His statement follows a dramatic walkout by the Minority in protest of alleged brutality meted out to one of their members.
Addressing the press in Parliament on the heels of the Minority’s boycott, Annoh-Dompreh said the Majority is equally concerned about growing instances of political violence but will not be swayed by walkouts or political grandstanding.
“We are not going to be part of proceedings when there is a persistence of violence and when members of Parliament are under threat,” he emphasized.
🔎 Tensions Escalate Over Alleged Attack on MP
The Minority Caucus staged a walkout in protest of an alleged violent attack on Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, Mavis Hawa Koomson, during a political engagement. While reports remain contested, the incident has sparked renewed debate on the rising levels of tension between rival political factions.
Annoh-Dompreh expressed disapproval of the Minority’s decision to stage a walkout, arguing that both sides of the House must unite in addressing national concerns such as violence, rather than turning Parliament into a battlefield of partisan theatrics.
“This is not about Majority or Minority; it is about ensuring the safety of all members and safeguarding democracy,” he added.
🗣️ Calls for Non-Partisan Dialogue
The Majority Chief Whip urged all political actors to rise above partisan interests and engage in meaningful dialogue to de-escalate political violence. He further called on security agencies to act decisively and transparently in handling such incidents, ensuring that justice is served regardless of political affiliation.
Parliament, he said, must not only be a place of debate but also of leadership and example-setting in times of national division.
📌 The Bigger Picture: A Fractured Legislature
The exchange between the two leading parties in Parliament comes at a time when Ghanaians are increasingly disillusioned with the political class. Legislative boycotts and partisan walkouts have become common, often disrupting parliamentary business and undermining public confidence in democratic institutions.
As both sides of the House trade accusations, there is mounting pressure on parliamentary leadership to restore unity and focus attention on national priorities.
My News Ghana will continue to follow this developing story and bring readers balanced updates from Ghana’s legislature.
Source: My News Ghana
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