President John Dramani Mahama has underscored the need for bold reforms to refine Ghana’s governance system, highlighting gaps and ambiguities in the current legal framework that require urgent attention.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of an eight-member Constitutional Review Committee on January 30, President Mahama emphasized the importance of adapting to the evolving global landscape and its implications for governance structures.
He noted that constitutional reform is not a sign of failure, but rather a sign of progress and growth.
“The calls for constitutional reforms is not an admission of failure, but an acknowledgement of the progress, a recognition that our democracy must be dynamic and responsive and ever attuned to the needs of our people,” President Mahama said. “This is not the first time we have sought to refine our constitution.”
He acknowledged former President John Evans Atta Mills for establishing a similar committee in 2010, demonstrating Ghana’s commitment to evolving its democratic systems.
The newly formed Constitutional Review Committee will examine key areas of the constitution that require updates to better align with contemporary governance and societal needs.
President Mahama’s call for reforms has been widely viewed as a crucial step toward strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring a more responsive and inclusive government.