President Akufo-Addo to Deliver Final State of the Nation Address

President Nana Akufo-Addo is set to deliver his final State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 10:00 am, as required by Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution. This marks the conclusion of his message to the 8th Parliament before it dissolves on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Key Events and Timeline

• Dissolution of 8th Parliament: January 6, 2025.
• Inauguration of 9th Parliament: January 6, 2025, at 11:00 pm.
  • Election of a Speaker and two Deputy Speakers.
  • Swearing-in of the Speaker-elect and Members-elect at midnight.

Media Guidelines

• Accreditation required for all media personnel, with tags prominently displayed.
• Live broadcasts and interviews restricted to the foyer on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Media setup deadlines:
  • January 2 for the SONA.
  • January 5 for the inauguration of the 9th Parliament.
• Equipment and personnel subject to security screening.
• Public gallery reserved for invited guests only.
• Clean feeds for electronic media provided by Parliament.

Parliament’s Assurance

Parliament has urged media personnel to adhere to the guidelines to ensure smooth proceedings and expressed gratitude for their collaboration in enhancing transparency and accountability.