Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has reaffirmed his side’s commitment to cooperating with the government in forming its cabinet.

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, January 31, he stressed that the opposition does not seek to obstruct government business but is keen on ensuring the swift formation of the cabinet.

“We do not seek to obstruct government business. Our side is committed to fully cooperating with the government to form its cabinet and to get all appointments through,” Mr Afenyo-Markin stated.

He pointed out that this was the first time since 1992 that nominees had been fast-tracked, highlighting the importance of continuity in governance.

He also took full responsibility for the actions of his side, emphasising that frustrating the process would only hinder the country's progress.

Mr Afenyo-Markin also made an appeal to his colleagues on the other side of the House, urging them to follow the example set by the Speaker.

“If we want to follow our followers, there will be no peace in parliament,” he warned.

The clashes on Thursday, January 30, escalated over the timing of the vetting process, with the Minority pushing to shift the vetting of two key nominees, Health Minister nominee Kwabena Akandoh and Foreign Affairs Minister nominee Okudzeto Ablakwa, to Friday.

However, the Majority MPs insisted the process should proceed that evening, deepening the divide in the chamber.

In his address to the media, Mr Afenyo-Markin also expressed frustration over the handling of the vetting schedule.

He accused the Clerk to the Committee of unilaterally advertising the vetting timetable without prior consultation.

“The Clerk to the Committee is a partisan clerk. She’s a typical NDC member,” he alleged, claiming that the Clerk's actions led to confusion and contributed to the tension surrounding the proceedings.