Majority and Minority MPs sang in the chamber
The maiden State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President John Dramani Mahama in his second term as president was met with light-hearted moments in the chamber.
One notable instance occurred when Members of Parliament from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) engaged in an impromptu singing contest in the chamber.
After completing his address, Majority MPs (NDC caucus), clad in white attire, stood and began singing their 24-hour campaign song, “Asempa n’aba,” which translates to “Good news has come,” in celebration of President Mahama’s successful address delivery.
In response, Minority MPs from the NPP stood in protest and altered the lyrics to “Odi dumsor na ba,” meaning “He has brought dumsor,” referencing the intermittent power blackouts.
The singing continued for several minutes, only ceasing after an intervention by the Speaker of the House, Alban Bagbin, who called for decorum in the chamber.
Background:
President Mahama’s address, which is in line with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, outlined his ambitious “Resetting Ghana” agenda, aimed at tackling economic challenges, creating jobs, and restoring stability.
In his address, the president touched on key areas of his government’s policy objectives.
He also provided updates on the state of Ghana’s economy, including the ongoing IMF bailout program, security, and the cost of living, among other issues.
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