Attorney General opens up on resigning

Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has expressed deep frustration over the growing disorder in Ghana’s Parliament.

He said the chaotic environment has at times pushed him to consider resigning.

Speaking in an interview on Bolgatanga-based A1 Radio, Dr Ayine described scenes of MPs banging tables and hurling catcalls as embarrassing and counterproductive to national governance.

“To be honest with you, there are times I think of resigning and just getting out of the place. It is that bad. I feel extremely uncomfortable when we are banging tables and engaging in catcalls. I deplore that kind of disruptive behaviour. It is highly unbecoming,” he said.

Dr Ayine stressed that MPs must engage respectfully, arguing that reasoned debate and persuasive arguments, not rowdy outbursts, are essential for resolving differences and advancing legislation.

He warned that continued unruly behaviour undermines public confidence in Parliament and weakens Ghana’s democratic foundations. Upholding decorum, he said, is a fundamental duty of all lawmakers.

“If some of my colleagues are listening to me, I think they should stop it. We should try to resolve our differences in Parliament through debate and persuasion, rather than through rancorous conduct,” he added.

His remarks serve as a call for professionalism amid rising tensions in the house…CONTINUE MORE READING>>>