The Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. Rasheed Draman, has cautioned the Majority in Parliament against abusing their two-thirds dominance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He warned that such control could lead to constitutional overreach, rubber-stamping of legislation, and the marginalization of minority voices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His remarks come in the wake of Ewurabena Aubynn\u2019s swearing-in as the new Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North\u2014an event that further consolidates the National Democratic Congress\u2019s (NDC) commanding majority in the legislature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking to Citi News on July 23, 2025, Dr. Draman urged the Majority to wield its numerical strength with responsibility and to prioritise the integrity of Parliament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThese numbers can be used as a force for good\u2014to deepen our democratic practice, improve parliamentary processes, and drive transformative reforms that enhance the image and performance of Parliament,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBut if they are used as a force for mischief, we risk seeing constitutional abuse, weakened oversight, and a silenced opposition\u2014typical risks associated with unchecked super majorities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His concerns were echoed by the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, who also warned NDC MPs not to use their dominance to suppress the Minority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe should not use the overwhelming majority to try to bully or stifle the Minority from having their say on the floor of Parliament,\u201d the Speaker cautioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Underscoring the need for inclusive leadership, Speaker Bagbin called on the Majority side\u2014currently led by the NDC\u2014to rise above partisanship and act in the national interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhen given this mandate, you must act as the father and mother of the nation,\u201d he said. \u201cYou must have the patience and tolerance to listen to the other side.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n