Parliament will reconvene on Tuesday, 21st October 2025, at 2:00 p.m. for the commencement of the Third Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament, Speaker Alban Bagbin has announced.
This follows the suspension of the meeting, which had initially been scheduled to begin on October 14.
A notice from the Speaker’s Office dated 8th October 2025 confirmed the decision, acting under Order 58 of Parliament’s Standing Orders. It replaced an earlier notice dated 6th October 2025, which indefinitely suspended the sitting and triggered widespread political discussion.
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In the 6th October announcement, Speaker Alban S.K. Bagbin explained that the suspension was due to “circumstances beyond control,” without providing further details. The lack of clarity quickly fueled public and political speculation.
Some lawmakers suggested the decision was linked to ongoing disagreements within the leadership of Parliament, while others pointed to logistical and administrative challenges related to preparations for the 2026 Budget presentation. There were also claims from sections of the Minority that the delay reflected deeper coordination problems between the Executive and the Legislature.
The reconvening is crucial for several reasons. Parliament must consider and approve the 2026 Budget Statement to ensure government operations continue smoothly. The House is also expected to address key bills that were left pending, including the controversial Legislative Instrument 2462 on mining in forest reserves, which has drawn strong criticism from environmental groups. In addition, several committee reports on finance, infrastructure, and governance are awaiting debate.
The session is also expected to ease internal tensions and restore stability in the House after weeks of uncertainty. Analysts believe the resumption will help Parliament clear its backlog of work and reaffirm its authority at a critical time.
As Parliament prepares to reconvene on 21st October, the focus now turns to how effectively it can deliver on its core mandate, which is scrutinising government policies, passing essential legislation, and rebuilding public trust in the legislative process. After weeks of silence and speculation, the return to the chamber represents more than just a resumption of business; it marks a renewed test of Parliament’s unity, leadership, and commitment to national progress.