President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to establish an Implementation Committee in early 2026 to examine and act on the recommendations of Ghana’s Constitution Review Committee.
The announcement was made on Monday, December 22, when the committee formally presented its final report to the President at Jubilee House. The review body was chaired by constitutional law expert Henry Kwasi Prempeh.
The report puts forward several significant proposals aimed at improving Ghana’s democratic system. These include extending the presidential term from four years to five years, fully separating Parliament from the Executive so that ministers are no longer appointed from among Members of Parliament, and shortening the length of election campaign periods.
Speaking after receiving the report, President Mahama said the 1992 Constitution has played a crucial role in Ghana’s democratic journey and has proven to be the country’s most enduring constitutional framework. However, he noted that no constitution is permanent and that periodic adjustments are necessary to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
He explained that the next phase of the process would move beyond review and focus on practical implementation. According to him, the proposed Implementation Committee will include individuals involved in the review process to ensure continuity and retain the experience and insights gained during the consultations.
President Mahama also placed the reforms within a broader regional context, pointing out that confidence in democratic governance is declining in many parts of West Africa. He stressed that the recommendations would be pursued through broad consultation and bipartisan cooperation, with the ultimate aim of strengthening Ghana’s democracy and safeguarding it for future generations.
