President John Dramani Mahama has appointed a constitution review committee to spearhead the amendment of Ghana’s 1992 constitution in his bid to fulfill his promise to implement the constitutional review process.
In a statement signed by the Acting Spokesperson on the president, Felix Kwakye Ofosu said the composition of the Constitutional Review Committee is in fulfillment of his campaign promise to review the 1992 constitution.
According to the statement, the composition of the committee underscores the President’s desire to engage persons of proven expertise, dedication to the service of the nation, and commitment to good governance, to manage the process.
The statement read;
President Mahama sets up Constitutional Review Committee
President John Dramani Mahama has, in fulfillment of his promise to see through the implementation of the Constitutional Review Process, established a Constitution Review Committee with the following membership.
The members of the 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 is expected to identify and address gaps in and challenges in implementing previous constitutional review work conducted by the 2010 Constitution Review Commission and the 2023 Constitution Review Consultative Committee, engage key stakeholders to solicit their views on the proposals for amending the 1992 Constitution and make actionable recommendations aimed at enhancing democratic governance in the country.
The composition of the committee underscores the President’s desire to engage persons of proven expertise, dedication to the service of the nation, and commitment to good governance, to manage the process.
The committee will present its recommendations for constitutional amendments within five (5) months for consideration by the government.
