Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has recalled Parliament from recess for a five-day sitting to consider urgent parliamentary business.
The recall will begin on Monday, August 24, and continue until Friday, August 28, at Parliament House in Accra.
The directive was issued by the Speaker on Wednesday, August 12, under Order 58(4) of the Standing Orders of Parliament, which empowers the Speaker to recall the House during recess when necessary.
According to the notice, Parliament will commence sitting at 12 noon on Monday, August 24, with proceedings continuing through Friday, August 28.
The Speaker said the recall had become necessary to enable Parliament to consider urgent parliamentary business.
However, the notice did not specify the particular matters Parliament is expected to consider during the five-day sitting.
