Bagbin swears in Akwatia, Tamale Central MPs, urges loyalty to oath

Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has officially sworn in two new Members of Parliament, Bernard Bediako Baidoo of Akwatia and Professor Alidu Seidu of Tamale Central.

The brief ceremony, held during today’s sitting of Parliament, marked the formal induction of the two National Democratic Congress (NDC) legislators following recent by-elections in their respective constituencies.

Bernard Bediako Baidoo was elected MP for Akwatia after securing 18,199 votes in a competitive by-election. He fills the vacancy created by the passing of the late Ernest Yaw Kumi.

In Tamale Central, Professor Alidu Seidu was declared the winner of the by-election after running unopposed. He replaces the late MP Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, who tragically died in a helicopter crash on August 6, 2025.

Speaking after administering the oaths of allegiance and office, Speaker Bagbin congratulated the two lawmakers and reminded them of the weight of the responsibility they now carry.

He urged them honour their oath, uphold the dignity of the House, and let your service be marked by integrity and accountability..

The two MPs now join the NDC caucus in Parliament, further strengthening the party’s presence in the House increasing majority numbers to 185. Four other Independent Candidates have also declared their decision to do business with the NDC MPs.