Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called on Speaker Alban Bagbin to respect the Supreme Court’s ruling that stayed the execution of his decision to declare four parliamentary seats vacant. The affected MPs – Cynthia Morrison, Kwadjo Asante, Andrew Amoako Asiamah, and Peter Kwakye Ackah – were deemed to have breached constitutional provisions by switching parties or intending to run as independents in the upcoming election.

Afenyo-Markin expressed satisfaction with the court’s decision, stating it reaffirms the MPs’ and their constituents’ rights. He emphasized that the Majority presented a strong legal case and urged the Minority to pursue legal action if they believe they have a solid case.

“We are democrats. We don’t believe in violence or mischief. We came to court believing it would do right, and it has,” Afenyo-Markin said. “The court has determined the matter, and we expect all parties, including the Speaker, to respect the law.”

The Supreme Court’s stay order temporarily suspends any actions related to the ruling, including the declaration of the seats as vacant, just 50 days before the December 2024 elections. This development maintains Afenyo-Markin’s position as Majority Leader until the matter is fully resolved.