Parliament has announced the commencement of the registration process for members elected to the 9th Parliament of the 4th Republic.
The registration exercise is set to begin with an online phase on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, followed by physical registration starting Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Deputy Coordinator of the Dissolution/Inauguration Committee and Deputy Clerk to Parliament,, Camillo Pwamang, in a statement, urged members-elect to follow the outlined procedures for a smooth transition into the new Parliament.
Registration Timeline and Support
The online registration phase begins on December 25, 2024, with trgeted invitations containing registration details sent to members-elect via WhatsApp or email.
Members requiring clarification or assistance are to contact officers in charge of the registration exercise at 055 022 2200 or 050 363 4466.
Physical registration will run from Thursday, January 2, 2025, to Monday, January 6, 2025, at the premises of Parliament.
Key Events for Dissolution and Inauguration
In addition to registration, Parliament has released the schedule for the dissolution of the 8th Parliament and the inauguration of the 9th Parliament.
Election of Speaker and Swearing-in:
Date: Monday, January 6, 2025
Time: Members to be seated by 9 p.m.; election of Speaker begins at 11 p.m., followed by the swearing-in at midnight.
Swearing-in of President-elect and Vice President-elect:
Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Venue: Independence Square, Accra
Time: The ceremony starts at 10 a.m., with Members of Parliament to be seated by 9 a.m.
Parliament has arranged buses to transport members from the Parliament premises to Independence Square at 8 a.m. prompt on January 7.
Mr. Pwamang emphasized the need for punctuality and preparedness and urged members to adhere strictly to these timelines to ensure a smooth and dignified inauguration process.
