Parliament passes Tribunals Bill 2026 after contentious debate

The Parliament of Ghana has approved the Tribunals Bill 2026 following its third reading, advancing the government’s plan to re-establish regional tribunals within the country’s judicial framework.

During the third and final reading, Minority members raised concerns over specific provisions, particularly demanding the deletion of Clause 4 but Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga countered that the bill would proceed regardless of the duration of deliberations.” The House ultimately passed the bill, marking a significant step in the government’s judicial reform agenda.