The Minority in Parliament has rejected the approval of the Social Protection Bill, 2025, citing the lack of a constitutionally mandated quorum during Wednesday’s proceedings.
During the third reading on July 30, First Deputy Minority Whip Habib Iddrisu objected, arguing that Parliament did not meet the required quorum for passing the bill.
The Tolon MP insisted that the process be suspended until due procedures were followed.
Second Deputy Majority Whip and Bia East MP Richard Acheampong, however, dismissed the Minority’s concerns, describing their position as unjustified.
The disagreement forced the Speaker to adjourn the sitting without a final vote on the Bill.
The proposed legislation seeks to establish a Social Protection Fund to finance emergency responses and sustain key welfare initiatives such as the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP), the Ghana School Feeding Programme, Basic Education Capitation Grants, and National Health Insurance exemptions.
Beyond funding, the Bill also aims to provide a strong legal framework to ensure greater fairness and accessibility in the delivery of social services to vulnerable groups across the country.
Adomonline
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