Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin Re-Elected as Speaker of Ghana’s 9th Parliament
Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has been re-elected as the Speaker of Ghana’s 9th Parliament, solidifying his legacy as a key figure in the country’s legislature. His re-election comes as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) assumes the Majority in the 9th Parliament, with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) now forming the Minority.
Nomination and Election Process
Bagbin’s nomination was put forward by Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Majority Leader, and seconded by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin during a formal parliamentary session. The Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Djietro, oversaw proceedings and declared Bagbin Speaker after no other nominations were made.
In his acceptance remarks, Bagbin reaffirmed his commitment to upholding parliamentary integrity and fostering collaboration between the NDC and NPP for national development.
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Profile of Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin
Early Life and Education
Born: September 24, 1957, in Sombo, Upper West Region, Ghana.
Parents: Sansunni Bagbin and Margaret B. Bagbin, both peasant farmers.
Education:
Wa and Tamale Secondary Schools.
Bachelor of Arts in Law and English, University of Ghana (1980).
Called to the bar in 1982 after training at the Ghana School of Law.
Executive Masters in Governance and Leadership, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).
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Career Highlights
1. Legal Practice: Worked as an attorney, Personnel Manager, and solicitor before entering politics.
2. Political Career:
Served as Member of Parliament for Nadowli West from 1992 to 2020.
Held key ministerial roles, including Minister for Health and Minister for Water Resources, Works, and Housing.
Majority Leader during the Mills and Mahama administrations.
Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament (2017–2021).
3. Speaker of Parliament:
First elected Speaker on January 7, 2021, for the 8th Parliament.
Known for decisive leadership, including ruling on constitutional matters regarding party-switching MPs.
Personal Life
Bagbin is married to Alice Adjua Yornas Bagbin, a UNICEF Programme Officer. A devout Roman Catholic, he is deeply rooted in his faith and family life.
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Significance of Re-Election
Bagbin’s re-election as Speaker signals continuity and stability for Ghana’s legislature as the country transitions into the Mahama-led administration. With the NDC in the Majority, Bagbin’s leadership will be instrumental in steering critical national policies and ensuring constructive engagement across the political divide.
