Hon. KT Hammond, the Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) ticket, presented his farewell words as he prepared to leave parliamentary service. Following President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's final State of the Nation Address to the 8th Parliament, media took the chance to record KT Hammond's closing remarks.

KT Hammond, known for his quick wit and lighthearted personality, did not disappoint. When asked for his parting words as he exited the legislative chamber, the senior MP said, "I feel sad for Ghanaians that I will not be a part of the 9th Parliament, but I'm leaving." The message, delivered with his signature blend of honesty and comedy, elicited grins from the assembled press corps.

Another journalist, eager to learn more, enquired about who would succeed him in his constituency and whether the next MP could equal his ability to inject humor into tough parliamentary situations. True to tradition, KT Hammond replied, "Well, let me see if I can make arrangements for you."

This exchange rapidly went viral on social media, with many Ghanaians recalling KT Hammond's unofficial "Entertainment Prefect" job during the 8th Parliament. Throughout his tenure, he was recognized for calming heated disputes with well-timed jokes, making him popular among both his peers and observers.

For many, KT Hammond's departure represents the end of an era. "He always added levity to severe circumstances. "Parliament will not be the same without him," wrote one Ghanaian on Facebook. A different person said, "We need more leaders like KT Hammond, who understand the value of humor in leadership."

As the 8th Parliament concludes and the 9th Parliament takes over, Ghanaians reflect on the legacy of leaders such as KT Hammond, who managed to mix the seriousness of governing with a sense of levity. While his absence will be lamented, his contributions to the political environment, as well as his capacity to deliver smiles in the most improbable situations, will live on.