The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Joseph Osei-Owusu, has endorsed Alexander Afenyo-Markin to retain his role as leader of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Caucus in the ninth Parliament, set to commence on January 7, 2025.
Highlighting Afenyo-Markin’s strength, experience, and longevity, Osei-Owusu stressed the importance of maintaining continuity in leadership to navigate the challenges ahead effectively.
“I strongly believe in the value of longevity and experience. From our own history, we’ve seen how Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu excelled as both Minority and Majority Leader.
His success was no accident; it was built on years of growth, starting as a chief whip and maturing into a formidable leader. Longevity fosters clarity and expertise,” he remarked.
Speaking to the media in Parliament, the outgoing Bekwai MP reiterated his support for Afenyo-Markin, stating, “Afenyo-Markin should continue. He is uniquely positioned, having gained critical experience.
With Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu exiting Parliament, Afenyo-Markin stands out as the only individual with the required expertise to lead effectively.”
Osei-Owusu, who has served in Parliament since 2009 and will step down at the end of this term, underscored the need for a resolute and proactive leader to ensure the NPP Caucus remains impactful in the next Parliament.
“Where we are now, we can never influence decisions; at best, we will get 91 looking at all that is made, and we cannot change any decisions, but our voice must be very loudly heard in and out of the chamber,” he explained.
“What it requires is somebody who is strong and hot-headed and willing to stand the heat,” he added.
Afenyo-Markin, a three-term MP for Effutu, served as Deputy Majority Leader until February 2024, when he was elevated to Majority Leader by the NPP leadership.
