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Speaker lifts suspension of four MPs after remorse and appeal

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has lifted the suspension of four lawmakers involved in the chaos during last Thursday’s vetting process.

The decision came after a request from Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, which was backed by Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga.

In his ruling on Tuesday, the Speaker stated that the affected MPs had expressed remorse, leading to his decision to lift the suspension.

In his ruling on Tuesday, the Speaker stated that the affected MPs had expressed remorse, which led to his decision to lift the embargo on them.

“As a father, when your son commits an offence, you don’t punish your son to the extent of breaking his leg,” Bagbin said.

He added, ”I will proceed to lift the suspension of the four Members of Parliament. The MPs who were affected can now return to the chamber or join sittings.”

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