Dr. Frederick Oduro has issued a strong appeal to politicians, urging them to show restraint in their criticisms of state institutions, particularly the Judiciary and the Electoral Commission.
Speaking during his appearance on ABC in the Morning, Dr. Oduro highlighted that persistent, unfair attacks on these bodies contribute to eroding public confidence.
His comments come in response to a recent Afrobarometer report by the Center for Democratic Development (CDD), which documented a substantial decline in trust in key Ghanaian institutions, with citizens raising concerns about the integrity of both the Electoral Commission and the Supreme Court.
In addition, Dr. Oduro pointed out that the upcoming parliamentary session could face significant challenges in consensus-building.
He attributed these difficulties to the diminished process of negotiation observed in the current 8th Parliament, which, he believes, has weakened collaborative efforts.
His warning follows remarks by the Minority indicating their potential absence should Parliament be recalled, emphasizing the critical need for a cohesive legislative process to sustain effective governance.
Meanwhile, the Majority in Parliament has called for reconciliation, encouraging the Minority and NDC Caucus to embrace the Supreme Court’s ruling on the contested vacant seats. Majority Chief Whip Frank Annor Dompreh urged the NDC MPs to comply with the ruling and collaborate to restore harmony. With elections approaching in just 23 days, the call for unity reflects a concerted effort to avert further division and foster constructive legislative engagement.
