With the National Democratic Congress (NDC) now holding a commanding two-thirds majority in Parliament, governance experts and parliamentary leadership are cautioning against the dangers of unchecked legislative dominance.
The latest addition to the Majority side—Ewurabena Aubynn, newly sworn-in MP for Ablekuma North—has further tilted the balance in favour of the NDC, raising concerns among political watchers about how the party intends to exercise its strengthened mandate.
Dr. Rasheed Draman, Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs, has urged the Majority to exercise restraint and foresight, warning that supermajorities, if misused, can destabilise democratic institutions.
“History across Africa has shown that absolute majorities, when left unchecked, often lead to rubber-stamping of executive decisions, disregard for procedure, and the erosion of opposition voices,” Dr. Draman told Citi News on July 23, 2025.
He stressed that rather than using its numbers to bulldoze through legislation, the NDC-led Majority must focus on using its advantage to reform Parliament, enhance accountability, and model inclusive governance.
“These numbers must serve democracy—not threaten it,” he added.
Echoing this sentiment, Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin issued a strong appeal to the Majority caucus, urging them not to weaponize their numerical strength against the Minority.
He reminded MPs that Parliament’s legitimacy derives not just from numbers, but from the quality of debate and the spirit of inclusivity.
“Leadership in Parliament is not about domination,” Speaker Bagbin said. “It is about representing the nation with humility, listening even when you disagree, and safeguarding the voice of every Ghanaian represented here.”
He added that while the Majority holds the mandate to govern, it must do so with empathy and in accordance with democratic values.
The warning comes at a pivotal time for Ghana’s legislature, with several major bills and constitutional amendments expected to be debated in the coming months. Political observers say how the Majority conducts itself during this period could shape public confidence in the integrity and independence of Parliament.
