The National Chairman of the (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has criticised the judiciary, particularly the Chief Justice, over its interpretation of the constitution and its ruling overturning 's declaration of some four vacant seats.
The Supreme Court, explaining its decision in the case of the vacant seats controversy, said a Member of Parliament is considered to have vacated their seat only if they change their political affiliation while remaining in Parliament under a new party identity.
In its ruling, which supported the Majority Leader's position, the court clarified that Articles 97(1)(g) and (h) of the constitution apply strictly to the current parliamentary term.
These provisions are not relevant to future terms, such as when an MP decides to stand for election under a different party in subsequent elections.