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President Mahama sets up constitutional review committee

Mohammed Ali Jan - 19 - 2025 , 12:50 1 minute read

President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated an eight-member Constitutional Review Committee to identify gaps in previous constitutional reforms and recommend amendments to improve Ghana’s governance.

A statement issued on Sunday by Acting Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu said the committee will review the work of the 2010 Constitution Review Commission and the 2023 Constitution Review Consultative Committee.

It will also engage stakeholders and submit actionable recommendations within five months.

The committee is chaired by Professor H. Kwasi Prempeh, with members including;

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 statement noted that the committee’s members were selected for their extensive expertise and commitment to public service.

This initiative is part of President Mahama’s promise during his 2024 campaign to revisit unresolved governance challenges and reform the 1992 Constitution.

Recommendations of earlier reviews were either partially implemented or shelved under subsequent administrations.

The newly formed committee has been tasked with building on past efforts and addressing implementation gaps.

It will also propose reforms to enhance transparency, limit executive power, strengthen checks and balances, and improve judicial and local government structures.