The Supreme Court has provided a detailed explanation for its decision to uphold the suit brought by Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
According to the apex court, a Member of Parliament (MP) is deemed to have vacated their seat if they change their political affiliation and continue to serve in Parliament under a new party identity.
This ruling supports the suit filed by the Majority Leader, clarifying that the relevant constitutional provisions apply only within the current term of Parliament.
The court specified that Articles 97(1)(g) and (h) of the Constitution do not extend to future parliamentary terms, such as when an MP runs for election under a different political party in subsequent elections.