The Constitutional Review Committee has launched a nationwide stakeholder engagement initiative, beginning in Sunyani, to gather public input on potential amendments to Ghana’s 1992 Constitution.
The eight-member committee appointed by President John Dramani Mahama has been tasked with reviewing past recommendations, consulting key stakeholders, and proposing reforms aimed at strengthening Ghana’s governance framework.
The engagement, held in the Bono Regional capital, brought together a cross-section of society including traditional leaders, government officials, traders, civil society representatives, and the general public. Attendees were given a platform to voice their opinions on the constitution and share ideas for national reform.
Chairman of the Committee, Prof. H. Kwasi Prempeh, told the media that initial consultations indicate strong public demand for constitutional amendments and broader governance reforms.
“Our engagement with residents shows a growing appetite for a more decentralized system of governance and a consensus-driven approach to resolving national challenges,” he noted.
Cynthia Anima Boadu, Bono Regional Director of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), also underscored the importance of the consultation process, emphasizing that Ghana’s constitution though foundational requires significant updates.
“The Constitution has served us for decades, but it is time for meaningful reform. However, even the best reforms will be ineffective without proper law enforcement,” she stated.
Participants contributed suggestions ranging from electoral reforms and decentralization to strengthening checks and balances across government institutions. The discussions reflected a shared commitment to shaping a governance system that better reflects the aspirations of the Ghanaian people.
The Constitutional Review Committee is expected to continue its regional engagements in the coming weeks as part of its broader mandate to deliver a comprehensive set of reform recommendations.
