The Parliament of Ghana has held a briefing session on a new support initiative in partnership with the World Bank and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The project aims to enhance the capacity of Members of Parliament and their staff in economic and financial governance to improve legislative efficiency and oversight.
The initiative, themed “Building the Capacity of Parliamentarians’ for Economic and Financial Governance”, was introduced by officials from the World Bank and FCD. They emphasized the need for continuous development of parliamentary procedures and the importance of enhancing MPs’ understanding of legislative processes to ensure accountability and informed decision-making.
The Clerk to Parliament, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, welcomed the project, noting that it will expand Parliament’s engagement with development partners and boost its ability to fulfil its constitutional duties. He emphasized that a retooled Parliament will be better equipped to fulfil both its legislative and oversight responsibilities.
The Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Kwaku Ricketts-Hagan, and Deputy Minority Leader, Hon. Patricia Appiagyei, commended the support from the World Bank and FCDO, describing the initiative as timely and impactful.
In his closing remarks, the Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, noted that the current Parliament comprises highly educated Members who chair key committees. He urged committee leaders to take full ownership of the project and ensure its effective implementation to strengthen Parliament’s overall performance.
The official launch of the project will be led by the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban S. K. Bagbin, on 18th June 2025 at Parliament House.
