The Parliament of Ghana will reconvene today, October 15, 2024, for the fifth meeting of its fourth session. Due to ongoing renovation works in the main chamber, the session will temporarily take place at the Dome of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).

In a formal statement signed by Speaker Alban Bagbin on September 30, 2024, Members of Parliament were officially notified about the House’s reconvening. The notification outlined the agenda and preparations for the upcoming meeting.

Prior to this reconvening, Parliament held a two-day emergency sitting at the Dome on September 3, 2024. During this sitting, the House approved a $250 million loan agreement with the World Bank to support Ghana’s Energy Sector Recovery Programme. This loan facility aims to address pressing challenges in the energy sector, including:

1. Financial sustainability
2. Operational efficiency

These challenges have significant implications for Ghana’s overall economic stability.

The loan agreement, initially disapproved before Parliament’s recess, was a key reason for the recall of the House. The programme seeks to:

1. Enhance energy sector governance
2. Improve financial management
3. Increase operational efficiency
4. Promote sustainable energy development

The fifth meeting of Parliament’s fourth session is expected to address critical national issues, including:

1. Legislative business
2. Budgetary approvals
3. Policy discussions

The Accra International Conference Centre will serve as the temporary venue for Parliament’s sessions until the renovation works in the main chamber are completed.

Speaker Alban Bagbin has urged Members of Parliament to be punctual and prepared for the session, emphasizing the importance of their participation in the legislative process.

The reconvening of Parliament marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s democratic process, as lawmakers gather to address pressing national issues and shape the country’s future.