Ghana’s Constitution Review Committee has commenced a series of exclusive consultations with esteemed statesmen as part of its Eminent Person Engagements, aimed at gathering high-level insights for potential amendments to the 1992 Constitution.
At the forefront of these discussions was former President John Dramani Mahama, whose administration is currently overseeing the review process. Mahama’s appearance before the Committee set a significant precedent for the national dialogue, where he underscored the necessity for a constitutional framework that is more accountable, transparent, and inclusive, aligning with the evolving demands of governance.
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor also contributed to the discussions, sharing his extensive experience as a two-term leader and constitutional authority.
The Committee engaged Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin, a seasoned legislator whose decades of service have positioned him at the centre of numerous constitutional developments in Ghana.
Additionally, former Speaker Prof. Aaron Mike Ocquaye, who held office from 2017 to 2020, provided his insights during the consultations.
Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo met with the Committee to share her critical legal perspectives on the functioning of Ghana’s Judiciary under the 1992 Constitution. Her contributions are anticipated to inform proposals concerning judicial reforms, the independence of the courts, and improved access to justice.
Renowned legal expert Sam Okudzeto, a former member of the Council of State and a long-standing advocate for constitutional matters, also shared his views during his engagement with the Committee.
In a moment of profound significance, the Committee consulted Nana S.K.B. Asante, the esteemed chair of the original Committee of Experts that drafted the 1992 Constitution. Nana Asante’s reflections provided essential historical context, bridging Ghana’s constitutional journey from its inception to the present day.
Legal and governance stalwarts Prof. Kwamena Ahwoi and Nana Ato Dadzie were also consulted, both of whom have played pivotal roles in the nation’s public administration and constitutional evolution since the restoration of democratic governance.
These high-level consultations are part of the broader Eminent Person Series conducted by the Constitution Review Committee, aimed at gathering insights from some of Ghana’s most knowledgeable voices in governance, law, and public policy. Further consultations are anticipated in the coming weeks as the Committee expands its outreach and prepares for zonal public forums and engagements with the diaspora.
The insights gathered from these distinguished statesmen, along with input from thematic stakeholders, professional groups, and the general public, are expected to significantly influence what could become one of the most impactful constitutional reforms in Ghana’s Fourth Republic.
