John Dramani Mahama’s State of the Nation Address, the passage of nine key Bills, and the approval of major national funding formulas highlighted Parliament’s busy eight-week sitting, which ended on March 27, 2026.The First Meeting of the Second Session of Ghana’s Ninth Parliament officially adjourned sine die on March 27, 2026, after eight weeks of legislative activity marked by intensive debates, lawmaking, and oversight. The House held 32 sittings and addressed critical national matters, including financial agreements, policy reports, and legislative reforms.A total of 16 Bills were presented during the session, with nine successfully passed. Notable among them were the Security and Intelligence Agencies Bill, the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, the Legal Education Reform Bill, and the Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill. Several others, including the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill and the Ghana Cocoa Board (Amendment) Bill, remain at various stages of consideration.In line with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, President John Dramani Mahama delivered the State of the Nation Address on February 27, outlining government priorities and national direction.Parliament also fulfilled its oversight role by programming 147 questions, of which 139 were addressed, covering urgent and oral inquiries directed at government ministries and agencies.The session recorded a significant transition in representation, as Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin swore in Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed as Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, following the passing of the former MP.Additionally, the House approved key disbursement formulas for major national funds, including the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, National Health Insurance Fund, Ghana Education Trust Fund, and the District Assemblies Common Fund for 2026.Parliament further ratified one Master Gas Agreement, two contractual agreements, and a mining lease agreement, while also considering multiple reports such as budget performance, Auditor-General’s findings, and government policy documents—some of which remain under committee review.During the period, 59 statements were made by Ministers and Members of Parliament, with several referred to committees and ministries for further action.Weekly business planning was maintained through statements presented by Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, or in his absence, his deputies, ensuring structured parliamentary proceedings across all eight sitting weeks.The meeting concluded with closing remarks from Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga and Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, both commending Members of Parliament for their contributions before adjournment.