… Addressing cocoa farmers and traditional authorities at Obengkrom, in the Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese Constituency, the Minority Leader and Effutu MP, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, popularly known as “Osahen”, declared that the NPP’s social intervention programmes remain unmatched in Ghana …
… Ebo AFFUL Alexander Afenyo-Markin’s assertion that the poor should not venture into politics, on the grounds that politics is about “giving back” to society, raises profound philosophical, democratic, and ethical questions. …
… Djietror, speaking on behalf of the Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, as well as Majority Leader, Mr Mahama Ayariga, and Minority Leader, Mr Alexander Afenyo-Markin, also congratulated Dr Zanetor and wished her success in her new role. …
… Speaking on JoyNews’ *Newsfile* programme on Saturday, May 9, Mr Nurudeen rejected claims by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin that EOCO has been overly centralised under its current leadership. …
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused the Executive Secretary of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), Raymond Archer, of running the agency in a highly centralised manner, describing it as a “one-man institution”. …
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has urged the South African government to move beyond condemning xenophobic violence and ensure that perpetrators are arrested and prosecuted. …
The minority leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called for the immediate release of former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of National Food Buffed Stock Company, NAFCO over what he describe as extra judicial harassment. …
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticised the Economic and Organised Crime Office over the re-arrest of a former Buffer Stock boss and his wife, describing the move as harassment and an abuse of due process. …
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called for urgent regional action following deadly attacks on West African citizens in the Sahel, rising xenophobic violence in South Africa and persistent barriers to free movement across the bloc. …
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has cautioned Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates against engaging in examination malpractice, stressing that there is “no magic” in examinations. …
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, urged Parliament to serve as guarantor of press freedom and defend the civil liberties that Ghanaians have fought for. He cautioned against diminishing these freedoms "in moments of political convenience" and called on Parliament to tolerate criticism and demonstrate that democratic institutions are stronger than any individual administration.
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Parliamentary Minority Leader calls on Parliament to defend press freedom and civil liberties as essential democratic safeguards.
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, urged Parliament to serve as guarantor of press freedom and defend the civil liberties that Ghanaians have fought for. He cautioned against diminishing these freedoms "in moments of political convenience" and called on Parliament to tolerate criticism and demonstrate that democratic institutions are stronger than any individual administration.
Parliament's Majority caucus met with President Mahama to discuss welfare matters affecting MPs, but the Minority objected to the exclusion, with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin arguing that if the President is inviting Parliament, all parliamentarians should be included.
Parliament will reinstate Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin as a member of Ghana's eight-member delegation to the ECOWAS Parliament, replacing Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei who opted out. His earlier presence at the delegation's inauguration in Abuja reportedly caused ECOWAS Parliament to refuse to swear in the entire delegation, prompting the Majority Leader to refer him to the Privileges Committee for investigation.
The Minister for Roads and Highways told Parliament that government has settled all outstanding payments owed to contractors on the Accra-Tema Motorway project and said no payment certificates are currently outstanding on the Pokuase project, despite acknowledging that traffic congestion remains a significant challenge on major routes including the motorway.
Members of the Minority in Parliament have commended Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza for his effective leadership, commitment to duty and hands-on approach to road sector challenges. The Minority Chief Whip and Leader praised his management style and performance, with the latter noting the importance of recognising good work across party lines.
Mahama Ayariga told Parliament that the NPP must produce former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to face accountability in Ghana before the party can ask Ghanaians for another chance to govern, following reports that Ofori-Atta obtained permanent residency in the United States.
The Majority Leader criticised the Minority in Parliament after reports that Ken Ofori-Atta, the former Finance Minister, was granted permanent residency in the United States, reminding the Minority of their earlier promises to bring him back to Ghana for accountability.
Speaker Bagbin, through First Deputy Speaker Ahiafor, stated that Parliament must create meaningful opportunities for young people and underrepresented groups to engage in democratic processes and contribute to national development. The statement was made at the launch of the "Parliament & You" Educational Series, aimed at promoting civic education among children and helping them understand Parliament and governance.
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh says he did not need parliamentary approval to suspend Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital CEO Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo, after the Minority Leader criticized the decision and called on the minister to explain the circumstances and process behind the action.
Ghana's Majority Leader has called on young people to defend Parliament and other democratic institutions, noting that Parliament is uniquely where different political parties can coexist under the constitution, unlike the Executive which is controlled by a single party. He endorsed a new educational series, "Parliament and You," a partnership between Parliament and Junior Graphic to teach approximately 50,000 children aged 10–17 about parliamentary functions and democratic governance.
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin declared that the NDC majority has lost control of governance, pointing to recent public disagreements between the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Food and Agriculture over fund releases as evidence that the government cannot coordinate its own officials.
A delegation from Parliament's Minority caucus met Ghana's High Commissioner to Canada, Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh, in Ottawa to discuss national development priorities, diaspora welfare, and ways to strengthen relations between Ghana and Canada. The MPs, in Canada for a capacity-building programme, explored how Parliament can address challenges facing Ghanaian communities abroad.
Former Ghana Ambassador to Germany Gina Ama Blay has been honoured by the Ghana Journalists Association for her outstanding contribution to journalism, media development, and the advancement of women in the media profession, with the recognition made during World Press Freedom Day celebrations in Accra.
The Attorney General Dr Dominic Ayine and Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin will speak at the second African Governance and Anti-Corruption Summit, organised by The Bright Future Alliance, on June 16 in Accra. The summit aims to bring together government officials, legislators, civil society, diplomats, corporate leaders and young people to discuss strengthening accountability and governance systems across Africa.
The Government of Ghana launched the Black Star Balloon Tour, a nationwide initiative to strengthen support for the national football team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The campaign features a symbolic balloon to be taken across all regions for Ghanaians to sign with messages of encouragement, designed to promote unity, patriotism, tourism and youth engagement.
Ghana's Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has disowned a viral social media post criticizing the country's anti-gay bill as making people's existence a crime, claiming his account was compromised. However, Joy Online notes that Afenyo-Markin has made similar statements on record in a TV3 interview and in Parliament, including saying he does not think people should go to jail for their sexual orientation.
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin denied authoring a viral social media post criticising Ghana's Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, claiming his account was compromised. The post had suggested that laws criminalising individuals based on sexual orientation should not be enacted in the "civilised world," but Afenyo-Markin stated it did not reflect his views.
Ghana's Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has criticised the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, arguing that laws criminalising people for their sexual orientation do not protect society but target a specific group and undermine democratic principles. He stated that no Parliament in the "civilised world" should endorse such legislation.
President John Mahama said the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, passed by Parliament on May 29, has not yet reached the Presidency and remains subject to outstanding procedural and constitutional considerations, including quorum concerns. He noted the Speaker of Parliament was addressing alleged lapses in the bill's passage, and that once transmitted to the Presidency, it would undergo legal review by the Attorney General before any decision on assent.
Ghana's Minority Caucus is calling for a permanent and unconditional halt to the 0.75 per cent fee on MTN mobile money transactions, arguing that the fee violates the constitution and can only be introduced through parliamentary legislation. The Bank of Ghana had previously issued an emergency directive suspending the planned implementation pending stakeholder consultations.
Parliament has passed the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin accused the NDC-led Majority of double standards, claiming they now support amendments to the bill that they had rejected when in opposition.
A new international whitepaper on African democracy by the African Chamber of Content Producers and Universal Peace Federation Ghana has placed Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin at the centre of a research study examining opposition parties' role in strengthening democratic governance. The study uses Ghana's 2025/2026 parliamentary session as a case study to explore how opposition parties contribute to peace, development and democratic stability.
National Democratic Congress Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia has defended the party's decision to replace Haruna Iddrisu and Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka as Minority Leader and Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament ahead of the 2024 general elections, describing the move as a strategic political decision rather than a personal action aimed at sidelining the two senior figures.
The NDC's General Secretary has dismissed allegations by the opposition Minority in Parliament that President Mahama is undermining freedom of expression, characterizing the claims as exaggerated and politically motivated while asserting the President respects dissenting opinions.
The High Court adjourned the hearing for Kwame Baffoe (Abronye)'s bail application after the state requested additional time to respond, leaving him in BNI custody. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin criticized the handling of the case, noting the state was served the bail application six days before the hearing yet still requested a delay.
Ghana's multidimensional poverty incidence dropped from 24.3 percent to 23.0 percent in 2025, with 250 out of 261 districts showing improvement over the past five years, according to a Ghana Statistical Service report. The Deputy Minister of Finance said the findings provide critical data to help government better target interventions, though district-level analysis reveals specific development gaps requiring urgent attention.
The Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has warned that the government's cancellation of the One District One Factory policy could worsen youth unemployment, describing it as a missed opportunity to tackle joblessness through private sector support. He argued the government could have reformed the policy instead of cancelling it, noting that several projects initiated under it have already stalled.
The Ghana Bar Association dismissed allegations of alignment with the NPP, following criticism by the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications over the association's handling of an incident involving Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin. The GBA spokesperson said the association was already preparing a statement on the matter and that the delay was due to consultations required for approval.
Private legal practitioner Theo Dzimega has defended judges' discretion in bail applications, arguing that bail decisions should be based on judicial assessment of the facts and legal principles rather than a person's status or political position, and criticising Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin's remarks over the continued remand of NPP Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe.