In a sharp critique of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the Honourable Ursula Owusu-Ekuful has expressed disapproval of the directive issued by Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the party’s chairman, urging NDC Members of Parliament to boycott proceedings in Parliament.

This controversial order comes amid a heated constitutional standoff involving the Supreme Court and Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin over the balance of power between the judiciary and legislature.

Speaking during an interview with Kwame Adinka on Pure FM, Ursula Owusu, a lawyer and Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, shared her professional perspective on the matter. “I think it’s deeply concerning,” she said, referencing the prolonged tension.

“The NDC seems determined to escalate this issue unnecessarily, and their actions have far-reaching implications.”

The NDC’s defiance of the Supreme Court’s rulings, according to Ursula, undermines the fundamental principles of governance. “The executive, judiciary, and legislature must work together in harmony for the government to function. Flouting a directive from the judiciary threatens the stability of this system,” she remarked.

Ursula did not mince words about the responsibilities of Members of Parliament, reminding them of their duty to their constituents.

“Parliament is where the voices of the people are heard. An MP’s role is to represent their constituency, not to abdicate their duties based on party directives. To boycott Parliament is to abandon the very people who elected you,” she asserted.

She also urged voters to critically evaluate such behaviour when casting their ballots. “Any MP who willingly neglects their responsibilities doesn’t deserve re-election. It’s as simple as that,” she said firmly.