As the second session of the Ninth Parliament reconvenes on February 3, 2026, following its adjournment sine die on December 19, 2025, for the Christmas holidays, Parliamentarians and observers are preparing for a session packed with legislative activity and critical developments.

On February 3, 2026, the day will begin with a media engagement involving both leaders of the House.

The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, and the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, are expected to address the press corps, providing key insights into the agenda and issues to be considered during the week’s sittings.

These briefings have become a standard feature before each sitting, ensuring journalists and the public are briefed on what to expect in the chamber.

Here is when Parliament will reconvene

Later in the day, at 12 o’clock noon, the formal proceedings will kick off at the plenary stage with official welcome addresses from the Speaker of Parliament, as well as the two House leaders.

Among the most closely watched developments in Parliament is the return of Matthew Nyindam to Parliament.

Nyindam, who had legal disputes over the Kpandai seat, will restore the minority’s numbers to 87, up from 86, as the “numbers game” in Parliament is critical for both sides.

On the majority side, the death of the Ayawaso East MP has reduced their total from 189 to 188. This sets the stage for a highly anticipated by-election in Ayawaso East, as both caucuses will aim to strengthen their parliamentary numbers.

In addition to these numerical dynamics, Parliament is expected to move forward on several legislative matters.

Among them is the 24-hour economy bill, which seeks to formalize and regulate around-the-clock business operations, and the legal education reforms bill, a significant piece of legislation aimed at restructuring legal training and accreditation.

Another focal point of interest is the controversial anti-LGBTQ bill. The minority has monitored its progress closely.

While the bill may be reintroduced, the Speaker in the last sitting has indicated that all necessary adjustments and procedural considerations will be addressed before it is debated on the floor.

Economic matters are also on the agenda, particularly the legislative instrument concerning mineral royalties.

The Acting Environment Minister and Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, had presented a new LI that introduces a sliding scale regime for mineral royalties.

Under this system, government earnings from minerals such as lithium, gold, and others will be linked to company profits.

Attention will also be focused on Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who was referred to the Privileges Committee following the ECOWAS delegation controversy.

Observers expect that the committee, chaired by the First Deputy Speaker, will move forward with proceedings, providing clarity on the matter and reinforcing parliamentary accountability mechanisms.

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