Did Bawumia join a debate on any of Akufo-Addo’s budgets? – Adongo questions minority

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The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, has responded to the minority’s call for Vice President Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, to take part in Parliament’s debate on the 2025 budget statement of the government.

The Minority has been vocal in its demand for the Vice President’s participation in the budget discussions, asserting that her presence and input would be vital.

However, Mr Adongo questioned the Minority’s position, highlighting what he perceives as a contradiction in their argument.

“A few days ago, you were sitting on this side of the House, and you were there organising this committee meeting. Did you schedule for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to appear in the House, or was he not entitled to do so? Or do you believe that simply appearing here and nodding his head constitutes participation?” Mr Adongo asked.

He went on to explain that the Vice President has numerous responsibilities and is not available to simply be a passive participant.

“Unfortunately, the Vice President has important matters to attend to and doesn’t have time to simply sit and nod,” Mr Adongo stated, pointing out that the Vice President’s role involves more than just physical presence.

Further addressing the Minority’s claims about the Vice President’s silence, Mr Adongo added, “If you claim she has been very quiet, we cannot force you to listen to her. However, I listened to her yesterday, and other Ghanaians did as well.”

Mr Adongo emphasised that the Vice President would not be silenced and would appear when necessary.

“You may choose not to hear her in the chamber, but if she needs to be here at the right time, she will be here,” he concluded.