Source: newsthemegh.com
In regards to parliamentary immunity during emergencies, Tamale South MP Haruna Iddrisu recently made a contentious statement. Iddrisu asserts that parliamentary immunity ought to be in effect even in urgent circumstances.
Many argue that parliamentary immunity provides MPs too much power and shields them from legal repercussions, which has been a hotly debated issue in Ghanaian politics. Iddrisu, however, is of the opinion that immunity is required to shield lawmakers from legal actions brought for political reasons.
Iddrisu recently made the case that MPs’ immunity should not be taken away in emergency situations. He gave instances of other nations where legislative immunity is maintained even in dire circumstances.
Iddrisu’s statement has drawn criticism from some quarters, with many claiming it represents an effort to absolve Parliamentarians of responsibility. Others have backed his position, saying that parliamentary immunity is required to prevent Members from being unfairly targeted by political rivals.