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Para-sports Leadership Crisis:Pressure Group Urges Parliament to Intervene

A pressure group within the para-sports fraternity, known as the "Rescue Para-sports Movement," has taken its grievances to the doors of Parliament, seeking intervention in the leadership and administration of para-sports in Ghana.
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Accra, Ghana – Efforts by the Leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to persuade two of its Members of Parliament (MPs) who intend to contest the upcoming general elections as independent candidates have so far yielded no conclusive results, according to the Second Deputy Majority Whip, Hon. Alex Tetteh Djornobuah.

Contrary to circulating reports suggesting that the MPs have reversed their decision, Djornobua, who is also the MP for Sehwi Akotombrah, revealed that neither of the MPs, Hon. Cynthia Morrison, representing Agona West and Kwadjo Asante, representing Suhum has officially communicated a change of heart to the Majority Caucus.

Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Hon. Djornobua confirmed that discussions had taken place, led by the Majority Leader, Hon. Alexander Afenyo Markin. However, these talks have not yet resulted in any final decision.

“Yesterday, our able Leader, Alexander Afenyo Markin, had a discussion with them. It is inconclusive. But I believe that they are still members of the Elephant family. At the end of the day, the appeal from the Leaders, the appeal from the elders, and the appeal from the big men and women of our party who are actually appealing to Cynthia and Kwodjo Asante – I think we should give them some time,” Djornobua said.

The Deputy Majority Whip made these comments while addressing media concerns about the recent recall of Parliament, which came just a day after the Speaker adjourned the House unexpectedly.

The MPs in question, Cynthia Morrison and Kwodjo Asante, have caused concern within the NPP as their decision to run independently could affect the party’s chances to maintain its slim majority in Parliament as well as it's performance in the upcoming elections.

The current impasse between the two major political parties in Parliament concerning the composition of the House following the declaration of four seats vacant by the Rt. Hon. Speaker Alban Bagbin is yet to be resolved with the Supreme Court's interpretation of Article 97(1)(g) and (h) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana.

Party leadership is reportedly continuing efforts to bring the MPs back in line with the party's agenda ahead of the Court verdict and ahead of the 2024 elections.

Source: Clement Akoloh/parliamentnews360.com

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Accra, October 18, 2024 — The National Service Scheme (NSS) has officially transitioned into the National Service Authority following the passage of the National Service Authority Act (Act 1119) by Parliament.

The launch of the newly established National Service Authority was held at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, with President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo presiding over the event.

Delivering the keynote address, President Akufo-Addo praised the immense contribution of the NSS to national development, revealing that the scheme saves the country over 3 billion Cedis annually.

President Nana Akufo Addo at the launch of the National Service Authority

He reiterated that the National Service Authority will continue to be a key institution in preparing the youth for nation-building. He added that it would play an even more vital role in nurturing young talents under the next administration, expected to be led by Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.

Mr. Daniel Macholy, Chairman of the occasion, called for national service to be made mandatory, emphasizing the critical role it plays in instilling discipline and patriotism in the youth. He further encouraged a partnership between the National Service Authority, his foundation, and his salt industry to support the authority’s activities.

In his welcome address, Osei Assibey Antwi, the first Director-General of the National Service Authority, applauded the President’s commitment to youth development. He noted that the transformation of the NSS into an authority is a testament to the government’s dedication to strengthening institutions.

Mr. Assibey Antwi urged for further government support, particularly in the procurement of equipment and securing farmland for agricultural initiatives under the authority’s name to support the Free Senior High School (FSHS) program. He also appealed to the Finance Minister to consider financial backing for these initiatives, as well as the expansion of the NSS’s accounting aid and collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC).

Osei Assibey Antwi, Director General of the NSA

NSS Board Chairman, Nee Odoi Tetteyfio, highlighted the significance of the institution’s transition, stating that it would enhance the capacity and jurisdiction of the service to function more effectively. He also disclosed that plans are underway to improve the remuneration of NSS staff in line with the authority’s new status, which he said will create further opportunities for growth and sustainability.

Also speaking at the event, the Minister for Education, Hon. Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, recounted the tremendous strides made in the education sector under President Akufo-Addo’s tenure, attributing part of this success to the critical role played by the NSS in national development.

The launch of the National Service Authority marks a new chapter in the institution’s history, as it continues to provide valuable service to the country’s development while supporting the growth of the nation’s youth.

Source: Clement Akoloh/parliamentnews360.com

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The Speaker of Ghana's Eighth Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has postponed his ruling on calls to declare four parliamentary seats vacant in accordance with Article 97 (1) (g & h) of the 1992 Constitution.

The constitutional provision mandates that a Member of Parliament (MP) vacate their seat if they decide to abandon the political party or platform on which they were elected. This issue was raised on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, by the Minority Leader, Dr. Ato Baah Forson, in a statement of public importance made on behalf of his caucus.

Dr. Forson, invoking Order 93 of Parliament's Standing Orders, drew the House’s attention to the status of the four seats and urged the Speaker to declare them vacant in accordance with Order 18. The Minority’s position argued that the Speaker was duty-bound to enforce the constitutional provision regarding the vacating of seats.

The debate sparked sharp divisions in the House, with the Majority New Patriotic Party (NPP) countering the call and the Minority National Democratic Congress (NDC) strongly supporting it.

Majority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin informed the House that he had filed an injunction at the Supreme Court, seeking the Court’s interpretation of the relevant constitutional clause. He urged the Speaker to hold off on making any declarations until the matter was resolved by the Court, warning against a premature ruling that could echo past mistakes.

The Majority cautioned Speaker Bagbin to avoid the precedent set by his predecessor, Professor Mike Ocquaye, who declared the Fomena seat vacant during his tenure, a ruling that favored the then-governing party. The NPP expressed concerns that such a declaration now would repeat that controversial decision.

Meanwhile, the Minority group, pushing for the Speaker to act decisively, referenced Ocquaye’s ruling as a precedent and urged Bagbin to uphold the constitution and follow the steps of his predecessor.

After listening to arguments from both sides of the House, Speaker Bagbin acknowledged the complexity of the issue and the need for a well-considered ruling. He emphasized that his decision would be informed by his vast experience as both an MP and Speaker, having served in all parliaments since the beginning of the Fourth Republic in 1993.

The Speaker announced that he would deliver his ruling before the end of the first week of parliamentary sittings, by Friday, October 18, 2024, at the latest.

The outcome of this ruling is eagerly anticipated, as it has the potential to shape the composition of Parliament and influence the balance of power in the House.

Source: Clement Akoloh/parliamentnews360.com

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The Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Bagbin, has emphasized the importance of the ongoing Fifth Meeting of the Fourth Session of the Eighth Parliament, describing it as pivotal for strengthening Ghana’s governance and democratic institutions.

Addressing Members of Parliament (MPs), Speaker Bagbin noted that the workload ahead is immense, requiring dedication, focus, and efficiency. He stressed the urgency of processing key bills, particularly the International Business and Economic Transaction Bill and the Budget Bill, which he said must be handled with utmost priority. Additionally, several constitutional instruments are set to be laid and must come into effect before the House rises sine die.

The Speaker urged parliamentary committees to expedite their work and ensure that sensitive bills are scheduled early for deliberation, reminding the House that "the time for action is now." He also called on MPs to strike a balance between their electoral campaign demands and their legislative duties during this period.

In his address, Minority Leader Dr. Ato Forson expressed grave concerns about the country’s current state, claiming that Ghana is on the brink of an "environmental genocide." He attributed the crisis to leadership failure and fiscal indiscipline, which he argued has brought severe hardship to the population. Dr. Forson also criticized the government’s economic management, alleging that the Akufo-Addo administration is repeating past mistakes, particularly in mismanaging the economy, without learning from the COVID-19 experience.

In response, Majority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin commended parliamentary committees for their continued work during the recess, ensuring that critical tasks were addressed. He also urged MPs to be mindful of their campaign rhetoric, encouraging fact-based and issue-driven debates during the electioneering season.

Afenyo Markin rejected claims by the Minority Leader that the government is engaging in fiscal irresponsibility by distributing large sums of money to farmers ahead of the election. He explained that the assistance being provided to farmers in the northern regions was a necessary response to the drought they had suffered and not an election-related handout.

The debate in Parliament highlights the critical nature of the current session, with MPs balancing governance issues alongside the pressures of the upcoming elections.

Source: Clement Akoloh/parliamentnews360.com

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The Majority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin, has filed an application at the Supreme Court to stop the Speaker from declaring four seats vacant. This move is in response to Former Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu's plans to petition the Speaker to declare those seats vacant since the MPs in question are contesting the upcoming December elections as independent candidates.

According to Haruna Iddrisu, Article 97 (1g) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana states that MPs who change their original platform must lose their seat. However, Afenyo Markin is having none of it, and his lawyers have filed an injunction to block this action.

It's worth noting that the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has previously cautioned the leadership of the majority and minority groups against delaying parliamentary work . This development adds another layer of complexity to the already tense relationship between the two groups.

Currently, with the NPP having 138 MPs and NDC having 137 MPs, the balance of power in the House tilts towards the governing NPP with a slim majority. However, if the petition to declare these four seats vacant succeeds, the balance of power is likely to tilt towards the NDC who would become the Majority.

This development is bound to raise the tension in the House in this final meeting and run the risk of going the route which characterized the beginning of this particular Eighth Parliament.

Key Points:

  • The Dispute: Four MPs are contesting the December elections as independent candidates, prompting Haruna Iddrisu to petition for their seats to be declared vacant.
  • The Majority Leader's Response: Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin has filed an injunction at the Supreme Court to block this action.
  • Constitutional Basis: Article 97 (1) (g) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana is being cited as the reason for declaring the seats vacant.
  • Implications: This development could further strain the relationship between the majority and minority groups in Parliament.
  • Source: Clement Akoloh/parliamentnews360.com
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The Majority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin, has announced that he has filed an application at the Supreme Court seeking to prevent any moves in Parliament to declare four parliamentary seats vacant.

This action follows remarks made by former Minority Leader, Haruna Iddrisu, who indicated his intention to petition the Speaker to declare the seats vacant. Iddrisu's argument is based on the decision of these MPs to contest the upcoming December elections as independent candidates.

Citing Article 97 of the 1992 Constitution, Iddrisu contends that MPs who abandon the political party on whose platform they were elected to Parliament are required to forfeit their seats. According to the constitutional provision, such MPs are no longer eligible to serve in Parliament once they choose to switch their political affiliation.

Speaking to the media on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, ahead of the Fifth Meeting of the Fourth Session of the Eighth Parliament, Afenyo Markin confirmed that he had instructed his lawyers to file the injunction. The goal, he said, is to block any attempt by Haruna Iddrisu to push for a declaration of the seats as vacant and to prevent the Speaker from acting on such a petition.

The legal application filed by the Majority Leader adds a new layer of complexity to the debate over whether MPs who choose to contest elections as independents should lose their seats before the end of their current term in Parliament.

Source: Clement Akoloh

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Accra, Ghana - Ghana’s Minister for Trade and Industry, Alhaji Kwabena Tahir Hammond, has expressed confidence that cement prices will begin to decrease following the implementation of the Ghana Standards Authority (Cement Pricing) Regulations, 2024.

The Legislative Instrument (LI), which recently matured in Parliament after the mandatory 21 sitting days, is expected to bring transparency to cement pricing in the country.

Addressing the media at the sidelines of an emergency parliamentary session on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, Minister Hammond emphasized that the measures put in place by his ministry, coupled with a robust regulatory framework, will provide much-needed relief to consumers in the construction sector.

“I am very hopeful that the nation will see the price of cement either coming down or at least stabilizing for once. I am confident about that,” the Minister stated.

Contrary to concerns that the government aims to dictate cement prices, Minister Hammond clarified that the regulation is intended to ensure that cement pricing accurately reflects production costs. The LI requires cement producers to justify their prices with proper documentation, which would enable the government to assess whether prices are fair.

“Factors of production, maybe at the end of the day, cement should be about 20 Cedis, 40 Cedis, or 50 Cedis. We don’t know the top-ups, so we are asking for transparency. What will happen if we ask for your document and you satisfy us that these are the reasons why you are charging 100 or 200 Cedis and we say we think it is within range? What is the problem with that?” he quizzed.

Despite resistance from some industry players, whom the Minister referred to as a "cabal," he remains resolute in his mission to ensure transparency in the cement industry. He revealed that certain groups have written letters to his office in opposition to the regulation but insisted that these efforts would not deter him from investigating the real cost of cement production and its fair market price.

Minister Hammond concluded by stressing that the government's primary goal is to protect consumers and create a fair market environment in the cement industry, promising that the new regulations will bring positive change to the sector.

Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com

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Parliament is seen as the citadel of Democracy.
It is the nerve center of our democratic culture. Its absence creates a huge lacuna in our democratic system. Therefore, it is the heart and the compass of this culture of our democracy.

The 35 million Ghanaians are represented by the 275 members of the House.
Members of Parliament represent their constituents, debate on all national and constituency matters, legislate on productive laws for the citizens, and play oversight roles over the Executive and other constitutional bodies.

All these roles being played or carried out by our representatives should be heard, listened to, and read by the members of the public including the constituents of the elected members.

It is therefore important for the members of the corps who report on the workings of the House, to understand and appreciate what transpires on the floor of the House.

A Parliamentary correspondent should have an excellent working relationship with the members of the House, but he or she should demonstrate the traits of balance, objectivity, and fairness. He should report accurately without lacing his or her partisan or personal interest in their reports.

The reporter must understand the proceedings of the House, and use some terminologies, and other essential tools used by the members.

In a recently organized workshop for the members of the Corps by the Office of Parliament through its Media Relations Department, all the speakers ranging from the Director of Media Relations to the resource persons stressed the important role PPC plays in feeding the public about the role Parliament plays in our democratic culture.

They have therefore appealed to the members of the Corps to sustain their sterling performance by informing and educating their audience with fair, objective, balanced, and accurate information.

A Deputy Chief Whip from the stock of the Minority, Hon Ahmed Ibrahim, advised Members of the PPC to strive for excellence and continue to play their watchdog role very well.

Hon Ahmed Ibrahim, who is also the Member of Parliament for Banda, appealed for financial assistance to the media personnel especially those who cover Parliament.

He assured the audience that he would lobby the leadership to make it an attainable thought.

One of the resource persons, Mr Edwin Arthur asked members of the corps to be abreast with the various elements of Parliamentary reporting. He appealed to the members to include research in their work.

He mentioned the 1992 Constitution, the Standing Orders, various Conventions, and practices as necessary tools in the work of a parliamentary correspondent.

Parliament and the Media Relations Department should be commended for this opportunity offered to the corps to build their capacity in parliamentary reporting. Capacity building for the corps is key in making the role of the members beneficial to the people.

Ahmed,
The Servant

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QNET is an international direct selling and Multi-Level Marketing brand with its headquarters in Hong Kong with a presence in more than 25 countries worldwide through subsidiaries, branch offices, agency partnerships, and franchisees. It has succeeded in putting a lot of people into business and spends a lot of resources to ensure that they are well-trained for the job.

However, the activities of this company in Africa, especially in Sub Saharan Africa including Ghana, is fraught with a lot of misconceptions because of brand misrepresentations.

A cursory search of the brand name on the internet in Ghana instantly introduces one to a barrage of negative stories about QNET which can easily cloud one’s judgment about the brand and prejudice him or her against any product or service proposals by the brand. That is one of the reasons why the company has embarked on educational and awareness campaigns to fight against scams and misrepresentation.

It must be noted that there is a world of difference between the QNET brand and the so-called Quest Net (Q-NET) which is at the center of all the fraudulent claims reported in the media.

QNET VCON MEDIA WEBINAR

With the curious mindset of the journalist in me, I harbored some of these misconceptions and misgivings about the QNET brand until I had an invitation from a friend to join the QNET VCON Media webinar organized by QNET.

It was an interactive info-sharing Webinar that introduced me to the QNET Regional General Manager, other QNET officials, and journalists who attended VCON in 2022 and 2023 in Malaysia. The key objective of the webinar was to continue engaging the media with credible information that will help address the misconceptions about the QNET brand in Ghana. QNET’s V-Convention (VCON) is an extraordinary gathering of QNET’s Independent Representatives (IR) from across the globe.

An opportunity was created for the Regional General Manager of QNET for Sub Saharan Africa, Biram Fall, to elaborate on the QNET brand and some of its products and services. Through the eyes of some seasoned Ghanaian journalists who had attended the annual gathering of Independent Representatives all over the world in Malaysia in 2022 and 2023, recounted their experience to demystify misconceptions about QNET’s true existence, and the impact of the media Junket to journalists in Ghana

I had my “Damascus experience” during that encounter where my eyes were opened to the stack difference between the real (QNET) and fake (Q-NET) business entities living side by side on the marketing scene as QNET and Q-NET, but with two different sets of priorities and management.

I learned that QNET, is one of Asia's leading e-commerce-based direct-selling companies offering a wide range of health, wellness, and lifestyle products that enable people to live better lives.

QNET, not Q-NET

The company stated in 2022 that the QNET brand is completely different from the hyphenated Quest Net or Q-NET Investment Limited which is in the middle of all the fraudulent claims on the market.

“The name Quest Net does not refer to nor is meant to refer to QNET. They are effectively entities which are entirely separate and distinct and with no relationship or incorporation internationally,” the statement from QNET said.

The statement further maintained that the company has continually been cooperating with the relevant authorities in the country and placed Quest Net or Q-NET on notice that there was no relationship, connection, or nexus of any kind with the Ghana-registered local entity and QNET Limited.

I learned also that QNET has a presence in more than 25 countries around the world through subsidiaries, branch offices, agency partnerships, and franchisees and operates businesses in many countries, including Ghana, via Independent Representatives (IRs) who are properly trained and accredited individuals that undertake the business in compliance with best business ethics and practices.

Source: Clement Akoloh||parliamentnews360.com

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