Parliament to begin registration for members of 9th Parliament tomorrow
The Parliamentary Service of Ghana has announced the commencement of registration for Members-elect of the 9th Parliament of the 4th Republic.
According to a statement issued on Monday, December 23, 2024, by Camilo Pwamang, Deputy Coordinator of the Dissolution/Inauguration Committee and Deputy Clerk to Parliament, the exercise will begin online on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, and transition to physical registration on January 2, 2025.
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The statement outlined that Members-elect will initially complete their registration online, with physical registration scheduled to take place at Parliament House, Accra, from Thursday, January 2, to Monday, January 6, 2025.
The process is part of preparations for the dissolution of the 8th Parliament and the inauguration of the 9th Parliament.
Key Events and Timelines
The Parliamentary Service also provided details of events leading to the inauguration of the 9th Parliament. On January 6, 2025, the election of the Speaker of Parliament will be held at 11:00 p.m., with Members-elect expected to be seated by 9:00 p.m.
The swearing-in of the Speaker-elect and Members-elect will take place immediately after the election, at midnight.
The swearing-in of the President-elect and Vice President-elect is scheduled for January 7, 2025, at Independence Square in Accra.
Members of Parliament will be transported to the venue and are required to be seated by 9:00 a.m. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m., marking the final event in the series of activities transitioning Ghana’s leadership to a new parliamentary term and presidency.
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Preparations for a Smooth Transition
The dissolution of the 8th Parliament and the inauguration of the 9th Parliament symbolise a critical moment for Ghana’s democratic governance.
The Parliamentary Service has urged Members-elect to adhere to the outlined registration timelines and attend the swearing-in events punctually to ensure a smooth and orderly transition.
The series of events will culminate in the swearing-in of the President-elect and Vice President-elect, solidifying the nation’s commitment to democratic principles and continuity of governance.