Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has announced that the ongoing renovation of the parliamentary chamber will cost a total of €2.26 million.
According to him, the renovation work aims to modernise the chamber and improve the working conditions of lawmakers.
The Speaker explained that the renovation would include the installation of electrical and technological systems, upgrade of the sound and audio-visual systems, and improvement of the chamber’s fittings.
Speaking during an inspection tour, Mr. Bagbin highlighted several challenges facing the House, including faulty audiovisual systems, and the renovation work would ensure that the parliamentary chamber is conducive for lawmakers to perform their duties effectively.
According to him, the renovation work, being undertaken by African Bagg Limited, has been divided into three phases and named them as the electrical and technological installations, installation of work tables with tablets and microphones, as well as fittings and finishing works.
He noted that in 2014, former Speaker Doe Adjaho had commissioned Bosch DICENTIS Multimedia Company to convert the House into an E-Parliament, an initiative aimed at reducing costs associated with bulk printing, paperwork, and other related expenses.
He further noted that Prof. Mike Oquaye, who succeeded Mr. Adjaho, reviewed the initial contract and opted to install biometric devices in the Chamber, prompting a competitive tendering process. Consequently, the contract was awarded to Michel Africa Parliament Services.
He stated that the government is funding the chamber’s refurbishment, which is estimated to cost €2.26 million.
He noted that Fernac, a local company, has been contracted to produce the work tables, whereas the rest of the equipment will be imported from abroad.
The project is on track to meet its deadline, with completion expected by the end of October 2024, Mr. Bagbin disclosed.
—DGN online
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We need to advance in the ways we do things as a nation, and also keep the spirit of maintenance to protect our systems; I will support this move. However, my biggest questions is, where are Mr. Samuel George and Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa ? What do they think: is the time right for the government to spend that amount on the project ? Again, are you guys going to look for documents to probe the amount mentioned here ? Drinking tea is good, but when you aren't the one drinking it or benefiting f...