President-elect John Mahama has nominated Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin as Speaker for the 9th Parliament following extensive discussions with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) party executives and parliamentary leaders on Sunday , January 5, 2025.

Special Aide to the president-elect, Felix Kwakye Ofosu in a statement said Mr Bagbin's nomination reflects his remarkable tenure in public service.

His previous roles encompassed serving as Member of Parliament for Nadowli, holding positions as both Minority and Majority Leader, and most recently, Speaker of the 8th Parliament.

The parliamentary leadership received clear instructions through an official statement detailing Bagbin's nomination.