The Secret Parliament Couple: Mahama Ayariga Confirms Marriage to Fellow MP
Majority Leader reveals his wife is Sunyani West MP Millicent Yeboah Amankwah, ending months of speculation about Parliament’s most talked-about relationship
Date: August 27, 2026 By: Ebenezer Adugyamfi/ Emmanuel Ayiku for GhanaianNewsCanada
One of Ghana’s best-kept political secrets is finally out.
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has publicly confirmed that he is married to fellow National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament Millicent Yeboah Amankwah, bringing an end to months of speculation about what many had described as Parliament’s “secret couple.”
The revelation has generated widespread reactions across Ghana’s political landscape, with many expressing surprise that two sitting Members of Parliament had managed to keep their relationship largely out of the public eye despite serving together in the Ninth Parliament.
Love brewed in Parliament
Speaking publicly about the relationship, Mr Ayariga confirmed that his wife is Hon. Millicent Yeboah Amankwah, the Member of Parliament for Sunyani West in the Bono Region.
The announcement marks the first time the Majority Leader has openly acknowledged the marriage, ending persistent rumours that had circulated within political circles and on social media.
The couple now becomes one of the few husband-and-wife pairs serving simultaneously in Ghana’s Parliament.
Who is Millicent Yeboah Amankwah?
Millicent Yeboah Amankwah is the NDC MP representing Sunyani West, having won the constituency during the 2024 general elections.
Known for her advocacy on women’s empowerment, education and community development, she has quickly established herself as one of the emerging female voices within Parliament.
Her confirmation as the Majority Leader’s spouse has brought renewed public attention to her political journey and parliamentary work.
A private life away from politics
Despite occupying one of the most influential positions in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga has largely kept his personal life out of the public spotlight.
The Bawku Central MP has served in Parliament for several terms and previously held ministerial portfolios including Information, Youth and Sports, and Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation. He currently serves as Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business in the Ninth Parliament.
His decision to publicly acknowledge the marriage has been viewed by many as a rare glimpse into the private lives of two prominent Ghanaian politicians.
Public reactions pour in
The confirmation has sparked excitement among Ghanaians, with many describing the pair as Parliament’s “power couple.”
Social media platforms were flooded with congratulatory messages, while others praised the couple for maintaining privacy despite their high-profile political careers.
For supporters of the NDC, the revelation has added a human dimension to two public figures better known for their legislative and political responsibilities.
A new chapter in Ghana’s political story
While political marriages are not uncommon in Ghana, it is relatively rare for both spouses to simultaneously serve as sitting Members of Parliament.
Mahama Ayariga and Millicent Yeboah Amankwah now join a small group of couples who have balanced family life with national public service.
With the secret finally revealed, the Majority Leader’s confirmation closes one of the most talked-about chapters of parliamentary speculation and introduces Ghana’s newest publicly acknowledged political couple.
