Speaker of Parliament Alban S. K. Bagbin has lifted the suspension order on four Members of Parliament (MPs), ending the two-week suspension they faced following their involvement in a violent confrontation during the vetting of ministerial nominees.
The suspension had been issued after the MPs were accused of disorderly conduct and contempt during the January 30, 2025, Appointments Committee sitting.
On January 31, 2025, the Speaker suspended Frank Annoh-Dompreh (Nsawam-Adoagyiri), Alhassan Sulemana Tampuli (Gushegu), and Jerry Ahmed Shaib (Weija-Gbawe), as well as one NDC MP, Majority Chief Whip, Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, after an incident during the vetting of ministerial nominees.
However, after receiving apologies from both the Minority and Majority leaders and assurances of better conduct, the Speaker decided to lift the suspension.
In an address to Parliament, Speaker Bagbin explained that his decision to suspend the MPs was not taken lightly but was necessary to maintain the dignity and decorum of the House.
He emphasised that Parliament is both a house of power and majesty, and as such, its rules must be upheld.

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, expressed his gratitude for the Speaker’s decision, noting that the Minority was committed to cooperating with the Speaker to uphold the integrity of Parliament.
He also acknowledged that the situation had gotten out of hand and assured that future protests would be conducted peacefully.

Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, also supported the lifting of the suspension.
He commended the Speaker for his timely intervention, which he said had restored the dignity of Parliament.

Speaker Bagbin reiterated that the suspension was necessary to uphold the authority of Parliament but acknowledged that the MPs had shown remorse.
He assured that the House would continue to work towards a more effective and orderly environment.

Meanwhile, the Ad Hoc Committee tasked with investigating the chaos that disrupted the vetting of ministerial nominees last Thursday will begin live public hearings today, February 5, 2025.
The committee, chaired by Emmanuel Bedzrah, NDC MP for Ho West, is tasked with completing its report within ten days, as mandated by the Speaker of Parliament.
The investigation will focus on the chaotic events that took place during the ministerial nominee vetting sessions on January 30 and the morning of January 31, he indicated.
According to him, to aid in the inquiry, the committee has set up a dedicated digital platform for the public to submit multimedia evidence, including videos, audio recordings, and texts.