The Parliamentary Minority Caucus has announced its intent to pursue impeachment proceedings against President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo over the anti-LGBTQI+ bill.
According to Dr. Cassiel Ato-Forson, the caucus leader, the President’s directive instructing Parliament not to send the bill for his assent is a violation of the 1992 constitution.
Dr. Forson addressed reporters after Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, suspended proceedings for new minister approvals. He emphasized that the constitution provides two options for the President concerning a bill: assenting to it or not, and the President’s actions are seen as a breach of the constitution, potentially leading to impeachment proceedings.
The decision to suspend the consideration of the President’s nominees came after MP Rockson-Nelson Etse K. Dafeamekpor filed an interlocutory injunction, pausing the approval process. This action was further influenced by a directive from the presidency, citing ongoing legal proceedings at the Supreme Court.
Bagbin stressed the importance of upholding legislative authority and democratic principles amidst these challenges, expressing concerns over the erosion of foundational checks and balances. Additionally, he acknowledged the receipt of legal documentation related to the injunction motion filed by MP Dafeamekpor.
