9th Parliament records 115 first-term MPs and 4 ‘returnees’

On January 7, 2025, Ghana inaugurated the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic, ushering in a fresh cohort of lawmakers alongside seasoned legislators to chart the nation’s legislative course.

This historic event followed the December 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections, marking another chapter in Ghana’s democratic journey.

The 9th Parliament sees the inclusion of 115 first-term Members of Parliament (MPs), bringing fresh perspectives, ideas, and energy to the legislative process.

These new lawmakers join 156 continuing Members and four returning MPs, forming a dynamic assembly tasked with addressing the pressing challenges facing the nation.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) also emerged as the majority party in the 9th Parliament, holding 183 seats. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) occupies 88 seats, while four seats are held by independent MPs.

In terms of gender distribution, out of the 276 MPs, 40 are women, representing 14.5 percent of the House. The NDC has 30 female MPs, while the NPP has 10. Though these figures represent progress, they also highlight the need for further initiatives to achieve gender parity in Ghana’s political landscape.

With regards to regional representation, the Ashanti Region leads with 22 new MPs, followed by the Greater Accra and Eastern Regions, each having 15.

Other regions such as the Bono Region (7), Western Region (9), and Northern Region (8) also feature prominently.