Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, the Member of Parliament for Suame, has officially announced his resignation as Majority Leader in Parliament. He made this declaration on Friday, February 23, emphasizing that the decision was his alone and not influenced by external pressures, contrary to speculation in some media reports.
In his statement to Parliament, Mr Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu urged members of the Majority Caucus to offer their full support to his successor, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, by providing any necessary assistance. He clarified that his resignation was aimed at quelling tensions and fostering peace and unity within the party.
The announcement came following a meeting with the caucus and the President on Wednesday, February 21, during which Mr. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu formally communicated his decision to step down as Majority Leader.
The resignation marks a significant development in parliamentary leadership and underscores Mr Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu's commitment to party cohesion during challenging times.
Below is the new front bench of the Majority Caucus
- Majority Leader: Alexander Afenyo-Markin, MP for Effutu
- Deputy Majority Leader: Patricia Appiagyei, MP for Asokwa
- Majority Chief Whip: Frank Annoh Dompreh, MP for Nsawam/Adoagyiri
- First Deputy Majority Chief Whip: Habib Iddrisu, MP for Tolon
- Second Deputy Majority Chief Whip: Alex Tetteh Djornobuah, MP for Sefwi Akontombra
