Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has officially inaugurated the 9th Parliamentary Service Board, urging lawmakers to uphold accountability, foster bipartisan cooperation, and ensure responsive governance in addressing national challenges.
Speaking at the ceremony, Speaker Bagbin emphasized the Board’s critical role in enhancing institutional integrity and strengthening the legislative framework anchored in democratic values and public trust.
The newly constituted Board, chaired by Speaker Bagbin, includes:
- Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror – Clerk to Parliament
- Mahama Ayariga – MP for Bawku Central and Majority Leader
- Alexander Afenyo-Markin – MP for Effutu and Minority Leader
- Angela Oforiwa Alorwu-Tay – Former MP for Afadjato South
- Dr. Mark Assibey-Yeboah – Former MP for New Juaben South
Additionally, the First and Second Deputy Speakers, Hon. Bernard Ahiafor (MP for Akatsi South) and Hon. Andrew Asiamah (MP for Fomena), have been co-opted as members.
The Parliamentary Service Board plays a crucial role in overseeing the administrative functions of Parliament and ensuring the effective operation of the legislative body.
Speaker Bagbin’s call for transparency and collaboration highlights the Board’s responsibility in reinforcing Ghana’s democratic governance.