Ghanaian MPs reveal executive control undermines legislative autonomy and oversight.
The article discusses how a law in Ghana's constitution affects the work of legislators. The researchers interviewed 20 MPs and found that the law makes it hard for legislators to focus on their parliamentary duties. They also reported that legislators who are also ministers often miss important meetings. The law has weakened the power of the legislature and made it easy for the executive branch to control it. MPs face challenges like lack of office space, support services, and pressure from constituents for projects. Overall, the law has made it difficult for Ghana's parliament to function effectively and uphold democratic principles.