Chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee, Prof Henry Kwasi Prempeh
The Chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee, Prof Henry Kwasi Prempeh, is optimistic that the ongoing constitutional review process would result in meaningful reforms.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, he stated that he has no reason to doubt that this review will lead to significant changes in Ghana’s governance framework.
“We are a committee, and our report will be submitted to the president, who initiated our appointments. Two weeks ago, we had the opportunity to meet with him as our first stakeholder. At the meeting, we provided an update on our work since our inauguration and also sought his views on various constitutional matters based on his experience as both president and former vice president,” he said.
Prof Prempeh clearly stated that although the president is on the team, as he plays a critical role in the process, he does not have the sole say.
“The president is only one of the gatekeepers. Once we clear his level, the proposals would have to go through Parliament because constitutional reform is essentially lawmaking. It has to be presented as a bill and passed by Parliament,” he noted.
He outlined the process, stating that if the reforms involve non-entrenched provisions, Parliament will have the authority to pass them.
However, for entrenched clauses, the decision will require broader national involvement.
Prof Prempeh added that the review is part of the president’s commitment to a governance reset, which was a major campaign promise.
“The president has the mandate and responsibility to fulfil that pledge. I strongly believe this process will lead to positive outcomes,” he stated.
While he could not predict the exact number of proposals that will be approved, he encouraged Ghanaians to remain engaged in the process.
“If Ghanaians truly desire change, they will achieve it. It is up to us to stay involved and push for the reforms we want to see,” he said.
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