Shamima Muslim, a member of the NDC campaign communication team, has strongly criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for their absence in parliament on November 7, 2024, despite being the one to request the recall of the legislature.
Muslim expressed her disappointment, emphasizing that the NPP’s actions showed a lack of commitment and accountability.
She further remarked that the party appears to be more concerned with holding titles and seeking political recognition rather than focusing on substantive issues that require urgent attention in parliament.
“And nobody seeking resolution of a complex matter that they have instigated should sound so insulting and disparaging of those without whose cooperation your side loses the most.
“You accuse the speaker of parliament of conniving with the NDC to create chaos and lawlessness?”
Shamima Muslim
The NDC communicator took aim at the NPP, criticizing the party for attempting to lecture a speaker with over 32 years of parliamentary experience on matters of national interest from such a partisan standpoint.
Muslim pointed out that Afenyo Markin, in particular, seems to be overlooking crucial lessons that should be learned from the current circumstances.
Additionally, she highlighted the NPP’s role as the ruling party, noting that it has become entangled in a series of avoidable challenges and complications.
According to her, this is largely due to its failed leadership and inability to address critical issues effectively. “No wonder many Ghanaians want them out come December 7th”.
Shamima Muslim, aligning with former Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu, underscored the importance of precedent, referencing the decision of the former Speaker of Parliament to remove an MP from their seat for switching parties.
According to the NDC loyalist this move by the former Speaker, Michael Oquaye, carried significant consequences.
She further asserted that, in contrast to the NPP, the NDC remains steadfast in its commitment to prioritizing the best interests of Ghana at all times, above partisan politics or self-serving agendas.
Sulemana Urges NPP MPs to Accept Minority Role in Parliament
Furthermore, Yusif Sulemana, the Member of Parliament for Bole Bamboi, has urged New Patriotic Party (NPP) MPs to come to terms with their shift in position and fully accept their new role as the Minority in Parliament.
He emphasized that, while the change may be challenging, it is important for the NPP to adapt and fulfill their duties effectively in this new capacity, focusing on constructive opposition and contributing to the legislative process.
The MP’s remarks follow growing frustration over the absence of NPP members during a recent parliamentary session, which they had initially called for.
“ You can call us to come and you will not come because parliament will spend so much to be wasted and if they come, they must put their ego somewhere and know that as we speak they are in the minority so they should sit at the minority side”.
Yusif Sulemana
Sulemana argued that the national conversation should shift to addressing how the NPP is actively undermining the country’s financial laws.
He expressed concern that their actions are not just neglecting the proper functioning of financial regulations but are also eroding the legal framework that is essential for maintaining economic stability and ensuring effective governance.
According to Sulemana, such actions are detrimental to the nation’s financial well-being and hinder progress in vital sectors.
Earlier today, the Speaker of Parliament adjourned proceedings sine die due to the NPP caucus’s failure to attend.
Given the current situation, the Speaker was unable to execute the order of the Supreme Court regarding vacant seats in parliament, leaving key matters unresolved.
In response, the NPP has labeled the Speaker’s decision as an affront to democracy, claiming it constitutes contempt of court and undermines the legislative process.
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