The National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has stated that he believes the current parliamentary deadlock could have been resolved without the need for court intervention.
During a gathering with the clergy in Kumasi on Monday, November 11, Mahama highlighted the importance of dialogue and negotiation in addressing political disputes, advocating for a more cooperative approach for the benefit of all parties involved.
Mahama’s remarks come amid a legal dispute over Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to declare four parliamentary seats vacant. This declaration, citing alleged constitutional violations by certain Members of Parliament, has ignited widespread debate.
The Supreme Court has since intervened, temporarily suspending Speaker Bagbin’s ruling, with a final decision expected on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
Mahama emphasized that issues like these are best addressed politically rather than legally.
“I believe this is a matter we can resolve politically. The solution is not legal. The Supreme Court may issue a ruling, but Parliament, as a separate arm of government, could resist it. This situation calls for a political solution, and it rests on the president to lead this process.
“If I were president, I would have withdrawn the case from the Supreme Court and convened both sides, their leaders, the Council of State, and the Speaker to resolve the matter. I believe this approach would bring a resolution,” he stated.
Source: adomonline.com
