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Minority Condemns Mahama Administration Over Power Vacuum as President, Veep, and Speaker Travel Abroad

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The Minority Caucus in Parliament has sharply criticised the government over what it calls a “serious constitutional breach,” following the simultaneous absence of President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, and Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin from the country.

In a statement released on Monday, 12 May, the opposition described the development as “alarming and unconstitutional,” arguing that it effectively leaves Ghana without a constitutionally mandated Head of State.

Under Article 60 of the 1992 Constitution, the Speaker of Parliament is required to be sworn in as Acting President if both the President and Vice President are unavailable. However, the Minority says no such swearing-in has taken place.

The situation is further complicated by the current suspension of the Chief Justice, who would normally be responsible for administering the oath of office.

“This administration continues to treat the Constitution as an inconvenience rather than a binding framework,” the statement read, accusing the government of a “calculated and deliberate” disregard for the rule of law.

The Minority warned that the absence of a legal process to ensure continuity of executive authority could plunge the nation into a constitutional crisis. The government has not yet responded to the allegations.

Source:TheDotNews

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