President John Mahama has established a Constitutional Review Committee as part of his commitment to advancing Ghana’s constitutional reform process.
A statement signed and released by the Acting Spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu on Sunday, January 19, noted that the committee consisting of accomplished experts and professionals, is tasked with reviewing the 1992 Constitution and proposing amendments aimed at strengthening democratic governance.
The members of the Constitutional Review Committee are:
1. Prof. H Kwasi Prempeh – Chairman
2. Justice Sophia Adinyirah – Member
3. Prof. Kwame Karikari – Member
4. Mrs. Charlotte Osei – Member
5. Dr. Godwin Djokoto – Member
6. Ibrahim Tanko Amidu – Member
7. Dr. Esi Ansah – Member
8. Dr. Rainer Akumperigeya – Secretary
The committee’s mandate includes identifying gaps and challenges in the implementation of previous constitutional reform efforts, including those by the 2010 Constitution Review Commission and the 2023 Constitution Review Consultative Committee. It will engage with stakeholders to gather input on proposed amendments and offer actionable recommendations to address governance issues.
President Mahama emphasized the significance of the committee’s composition, underscoring the members’ expertise, dedication to national development, and commitment to improving governance. The committee is expected to submit its recommendations for constitutional amendments within five months for government consideration.