The Parliamentary Press Corps has congratulated Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin on his elevation to the high position of Speaker of the 8th Parliament of Ghana.
A statement signed by the Dean of the Parliamentary Press Corps, Nana Agyeman Birikorang said his office believes that Bagbin is highly deserving of the position, having contributed immensely to the progress of the country’s democracy for more than 28 years.
It said the former Member for Nadowli – Kaleo also believes the media has a critical role in consolidating the gains hence advocated media freedom and supported capacity building for journalists to enhance Ghana’s fledging democracy.
The statement said over the years, Mr. Bagbin has practically demonstrated his personal commitment towards this goal by supporting journalists and members of the Parliamentary Press Corps to build their capacity.
He always avails himself as a resource person and has positively impacted parliamentary reporters with his vast experience and knowledge to deepen Ghana’s multiparty democracy.
The statement said it is their fervent hope that, Mr. Bagbin will bring his over 28 years of knowledge and experience to bear on his new role as Speaker to further strengthen Ghana’s democracy.
The statement also congratulated the First and Second Deputy Speakers of the House, Joseph Osei Owusu and Andrew Amoako Asiamah, as well as the new leadership and all the 275 Members of the 8th Parliament on their assumption of office.
The Parliamentary Press Corps further pledged their support to the course of parliamentary business as they have always done serving as a link between the law-making body and the public.
