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In a closing remark at the end of the First Sitting of the Third Session of the Eighth Parliament of Ghana in Accra, Mr Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business in Parliament, called on Ghanaians to use the occasion of Easter to forgive and reconcile with one another. He emphasized that Christians all over the world celebrate the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus, which symbolizes love, peace, and reconciliation.
The Majority Leader urged his fellow Members of Parliament to take time to rest and spend valuable time with their families and constituents during the festive season. He also expressed gratitude to the Almighty God for his unwavering kindness and strength throughout the sittings.
Mr Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu commended Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin and his two deputies for their commitment to the business of the House. He also extended his appreciation to his colleagues in leadership, committee chairpersons, vice-chairpersons, ranking members, and his fellow Members of Parliament for their efforts in ensuring that the business of the House was transacted.
The Majority Leader acknowledged the Clerk of Parliament, his deputies, and other officers of the Parliamentary Service, for their valuable service to the House. He also thanked the Marshal and his staff as well as the constabulary for their efforts in ensuring the safety of Members of Parliament.
During the sitting, the House held 31 Plenary Sittings within an eight-week period, during which Parliament performed its constitutional mandate. Eight Bills were presented to the House and referred to the appropriate Committees for consideration and report, including the Wildlife Resources Management Bill, 2022; the Standard for Automatic Exchange of Financial Account Information (Amendment) Bill, 2022; and the Criminal Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2022.
As Ghanaians celebrate Easter, the Majority Leader’s call for forgiveness and reconciliation is a timely reminder that peace is crucial for development.
source:locotvgh.com